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Les Escaldes Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Les Escaldes Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 12:42 UTC

Snow Forecast for Les Escaldes

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Les Escaldes Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Les Escaldes?

Les Escaldes Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,175m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Les Escaldes.

Forecast for today in Les Escaldes

Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 3℃ 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairCloud

Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Les Escaldes are in Andorra (Europe/Andorra) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Les Escaldes from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
2,640m 8,661ft
7℃ 45°F
Clear
8℃ 45°F
Cloud
5℃ 42°F
Lt Drizzle
6℃ 42°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Clear
9℃ 47°F
Lt Drizzle
8℃ 46°F
Cloud
2,175m 7,136ft
14℃ 57°F
Clear
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
12℃ 54°F
Clear
13℃ 55°F
Mixed
11℃ 52°F
Mixed
14℃ 57°F
Lt Drizzle
14℃ 57°F
Mixed
1,710m 5,610ft
18℃ 65°F
Clear
19℃ 66°F
Cloud
17℃ 62°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Clear
14℃ 57°F
Clear
18℃ 64°F
Lt Drizzle
18℃ 63°F
Clear
Snow Line

2,541m 8,337ft

Max Town 18℃ 65°F 19℃ 66°F 17℃ 62°F 17℃ 62°F 14℃ 57°F 18℃ 64°F 18℃ 63°F
Min Town 3℃ 37°F 4℃ 39°F 6℃ 43°F 4℃ 38°F 4℃ 39°F 7℃ 44°F 6℃ 43°F

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.

Andorra Hotels Map

 

Snow Reliability

Les Escaldes enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 100 to 200 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Escaldes

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Escaldes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Escaldes, 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 Les Escaldes 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 Les Escaldes 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 Les Escaldes 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.