Tourmalet Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 02 April 2026 13:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Tourmalet
Snow and Weather from 2 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Tourmalet Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tourmalet?
| Next Snow Expected | 2 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 19cm 7in |
| Next 48 Hours | 19cm 8in |
| Next 7 Days | 34cm 13in |
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Forecast for today in Tourmalet
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
02
5cm to 17cm 2in to 7in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,373m 4,505ft to resort level ( 1,250m 4,101ft ).
Forecast times for Tourmalet are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 02 April 2026 13:49 UTC
Powder Possible :- 19cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Tourmalet over the next 2 days.
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| Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | Wed 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | ||||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | -6℃ 21°F
+17cm +7in
| -2℃ 29°F
 +1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+14cm +5in
|
| NW F3 | |||||||
| 1,875m 6,152ft | -2℃ 29°F
+19cm +7in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+14cm +5in
|
| NW F3 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 2℃ 36°F
+5cm +2in
| 7℃ 44°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 21℃ 71°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 +1cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,373m 4,505ft | varying 1,342m 4,403ft | varying 1,912m 6,273ft | varying 1,742m 5,715ft | |||
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | 7℃ 44°F | 16℃ 60°F | 17℃ 62°F | 21℃ 71°F | 18℃ 65°F | 5℃ 40°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 33°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 44°F | 5℃ 40°F | 5℃ 42°F | 1℃ 34°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.
Snow Forecast near Tourmalet
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barèges | 18cm 7in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Gourette | 18cm 7in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 18cm 7in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| La Mongie | 19cm 8in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Pyrenees 2 Vallées | 17cm 7in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Cauterets | 16cm 6in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Peyragudes | 9cm 4in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Val Louron | 12cm 5in | 17cm 7in |
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.