Luz Ardiden Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden
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This is the Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden, France for 15 days from 18 March.
Updated 17 March 2025 22:34 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 48cm 19in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Luz Ardiden.
Forecast for today in Luz Ardiden
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 22°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
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Updated 18 March 2025 02:38 UTC
Powder Possible :- 25cm 10in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Luz Ardiden over the next 4 days.
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Luz Ardiden is reporting "Fresh Snow(High), Soft Snow(Low)".
Luz Ardiden Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 151cm 59in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm 16in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow High Soft Snow Low |
| Last Snow | 10cm 4in of Snow - 17 March |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Luz Ardiden was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Luz Ardiden 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | S F4 | S F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | -1℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 +1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 +25cm +10in
| -2℃ 28°F
+14cm +5in
| -5℃ 24°F
+7cm +3in
| -3℃ 27°F
|
| SW F3 | S F4 | S F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | |||
| 2,090m 6,857ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+11cm +5in
| 0℃ 33°F
+13cm +5in
| -2℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
|
| SE F2 | SE F3 | SE F2 | SW F3 | ||||
| 1,680m 5,512ft | 5℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 46°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,019m 6,624ft | varying 2,449m 8,035ft | varying 2,089m 6,854ft | 1,680m 5,512ft | 1,680m 5,512ft | ||
| Max Town | 5℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°F | 10℃ 49°F | 8℃ 46°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°F |
| Min Town | -5℃ 22°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | -2℃ 28°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 24°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.
Luz Ardiden 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 5℃ 42°F
Min -5℃ 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 22°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,019m 6,624ft to 1,939m 6,362ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
21
up to 25cm up to 10in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,449m 8,035ft to 1,799m 5,902ft , with rain below.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
22
1cm to 14cm up to 5in New Snow
Snow, fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,089m 6,854ft to resort level.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
23
2cm to 7cm 1in to 3in New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then light snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden, 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 Luz Ardiden, 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.
Luz Ardiden Snow Forecast updated at 22:34 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Luz Ardiden
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formigal | 13cm 5in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Tourmalet | - | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | - | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| La Mongie | - | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Gourette | - | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Valle du Louron / Loudenvielle | - | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Val Louron | - | 15cm 6in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Luz Ardiden
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Luz Ardiden, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Luz Ardiden, 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 Luz Ardiden 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 Luz Ardiden 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 Luz Ardiden 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.