Cauterets Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cauterets
This is the Snow Forecast for Cauterets, France for 16 days from 13 November.
Updated 13 November 2025 14:33 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cauterets.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Cauterets Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Cauterets?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm 8in |
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Forecast for today in Cauterets
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 14℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Cauterets has 9cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
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| Wind | S F4 | SW F4 | S F3 | ||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
 +9cm +3in
| -1℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| 3℃ 36°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 33°F
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| S F4 | SW F4 | S F3 | |||||
| 1,900m 6,234ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 42°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
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| SW F3 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 17℃ 62°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 43°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,479m 8,133ft | varying 2,359m 7,740ft | varying 2,069m 6,788ft | ||||
| Max Town | 17℃ 62°F | 14℃ 57°F | 12℃ 53°F | 9℃ 48°F | 6℃ 42°F | 4℃ 40°F | 6℃ 43°F |
| Min Town | 14℃ 56°F | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 46°F | 5℃ 40°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°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.
Cauterets 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 17℃ 62°F
Min 14℃ 56°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 56°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 14℃ 57°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain, clear sky later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
up to 9cm up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,479m 8,133ft to 2,159m 7,083ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Rain showers first, clear sky then light drizzle, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,359m 7,740ft to 2,039m 6,690ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Light drizzle first, rain showers then clear spells, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,069m 6,788ft to 1,909m 6,263ft , with rain below.
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 40°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Fog, fair, clear spells later.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Cauterets, 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 Cauterets, 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.
Cauterets Snow Forecast updated at 14:33 UTC, next update expected 20:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Cauterets
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Luz Ardiden | 12cm 5in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Tourmalet | 5cm 2in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| La Mongie | 11cm 4in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 8cm 3in | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Candanchú | 5cm 2in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Gourette | 1cm - | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Formigal | - | 4cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Cauterets typically enjoys a solid snow depth of around 100 cm for most of the winter season, with reliable snowfall ensuring good skiing conditions. For the latest snow reports and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cauterets
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cauterets, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cauterets, 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 Cauterets 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 Cauterets 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 Cauterets 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.