Ascou Pailhères Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 22 March 2026 00:46 UTC
Snow Forecast for Ascou Pailhères
Snow and Weather from 22 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Avalanche Risk
Moderate
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Ascou Pailhères Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Ascou Pailhères?
| Next Snow Expected | 22 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 41cm 16in |
Forecast for today in Ascou Pailhères
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
22
1cm to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair, light drizzle, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,608m 5,276ft to resort level ( 1,500m 4,921ft ).
Forecast times for Ascou Pailhères are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 2℃ 36°F
 +4cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +4cm +1in
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
+1cm +1in
| -5℃ 24°F
+6cm +2in
| -5℃ 22°F
+2cm +1in
| -6℃ 21°F
+16cm +6in
|
| W F2 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 1,750m 5,741ft | 5℃ 40°F
+5cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 46°F
+3cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+6cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +18cm +7in
|
| W F3 | NW F4 | W F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 8℃ 46°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+5cm +2in
| -1℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+16cm +6in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,608m 5,276ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | varying 1,592m 5,223ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | |
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 5℃ 42°F | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 50°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 29°F | -3℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | 0℃ 31°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 30°F | -4℃ 24°F | -7℃ 20°F | -5℃ 22°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.
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Snow Forecast near Ascou Pailhères
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ax les Thermes | 7cm 3in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Mijanès-Donezan | 7cm 3in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Les Angles | 5cm 2in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Cambre d'Aze | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Font Romeu | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| La Quillane | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Cerdagne Puigmal | 2cm 1in | 5cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Ascou Pailhères typically enjoys a reliable snow depth of around 60 to 100 cm during peak season, with consistent snowfall. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski’s comprehensive reports.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ascou Pailhères
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ascou Pailhères, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ascou Pailhères, 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 Ascou Pailhères 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 Ascou Pailhères 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 Ascou Pailhères 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.