Méribel vs Tignes — Snowfall Comparison

Side-by-side snowfall comparison based on 10 years of historical data (2015–2025). See which resort gets more snow, the best months for powder, and how they compare on elevation and location.

Méribel

French Alps, France

Elevation
2,952m / 9,686ft
Annual Snowfall
566cm
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
58%
Season Snowfall
517cm
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Tignes

French Alps, France

Elevation
3,456m / 11,339ft
Annual Snowfall
710cm
Best Month
December
Powder Probability
66%
Season Snowfall
601cm

Monthly Snowfall Comparison

MonthMéribel (cm)Tignes (cm)
November72.8100.4
December116.7131.4
January120.1125.5
February66.474
March88.8100.6
April51.868.7

Which Resort Gets More Snow?

Based on 10 years of data, Tignes receives more annual snowfall (710cm) compared to Méribel (566cm) — a difference of 144cm per year. The best month for powder at Méribel is January (58% probability), while Tignes's best is December (66% probability).