Tourmalet Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Tourmalet
This is the Snow Forecast for Tourmalet, France for 16 days from 7 November.
Updated 07 November 2025 16:09 IST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Tourmalet.
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Tourmalet Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tourmalet?
| Next Snow Expected | 8 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 12cm |
| Next 7 Days | 12cm |
Forecast for today in Tourmalet
Max 11℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Tourmalet has 12cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Fri 07 | Sat 08 | Sun 09 | Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | S F3 | |||||
| 2,500m | 2℃
| -2℃
 +12cm
| 1℃
 | 2℃
| 3℃
| 7℃
| 7℃
 |
| SW F2 | SW F2 | S F3 | S F3 | ||||
| 1,875m | 7℃
| 2℃
+5cm
| 6℃
| 5℃
| 8℃
| 13℃
| 13℃
|
| 1,250m | 11℃
| 6℃
 | 9℃
| 9℃
| 14℃
| 19℃
| 20℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,409m | varying 1,989m | |||||
| Max Town | 11℃ | 6℃ | 9℃ | 9℃ | 14℃ | 19℃ | 20℃ |
| Min Town | 4℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 8℃ | 13℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Tourmalet Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 11℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 6℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
08
up to 12cm New Snow
Snow showers at altitude first, light snow at altitude then light drizzle, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,989m to 1,439m, with rain below.
Max 9℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 9℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Max 14℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 19℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 20℃
Min 13℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Tourmalet, France gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Tourmalet, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Tourmalet Snow Forecast updated at 16:09 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Tourmalet
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gourette | 21cm | 21cm | |||||||
| La Mongie | 16cm | 17cm | |||||||
| Peyragudes | 17cm | 17cm | |||||||
| Barèges | 18cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 15cm | 15cm | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 12cm | 13cm | |||||||
| Cauterets | 12cm | 12cm | |||||||
| Pyrenees 2 Vallées | 12cm | 12cm |
Snow Reliability
Tourmalet typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates on snowfall and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tourmalet
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tourmalet, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tourmalet, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Tourmalet is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Tourmalet will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Tourmalet for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.