Candanchú Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Candanchú
This is the Snow and Weather for Candanchú from 18 February.
Updated 18 February 2026 12:42 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Candanchú.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Candanchú Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Candanchú?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 February |
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| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 18cm 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm 9in |
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Forecast for today in Candanchú
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
18
3cm to 4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,977m 6,486ft to resort level ( 1,500m 4,921ft ).
Forecast times for Candanchú are in Madrid (Europe/Madrid) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 18 February 2026 16:44 UTC
Powder Possible :- 18cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Candanchú over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Candanchú Snow Report
Snow report from Formigal ( 14km 9 miles from Candanchú)
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| Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | NE F3 | |||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | 0℃ 31°F
 +4cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
+13cm +5in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +1cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 38°F
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| NW F3 | NE F3 | ||||||
| 1,950m 6,398ft | 3℃ 37°F
+4cm +2in
| -3℃ 26°F
+13cm +5in
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm +1in
| 5℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 6℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 43°F
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| NW F3 | E F3 | ||||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 7℃ 44°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+7cm +3in
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 9℃ 48°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 52°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,977m 6,486ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | ||||
| Max Town | 7℃ 44°F | 0℃ 33°F | 4℃ 39°F | 9℃ 48°F | 12℃ 53°F | 11℃ 52°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 31°F | -3℃ 26°F | -2℃ 29°F | -3℃ 27°F | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 31°F | 5℃ 40°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 Candanchú
Snow Reliability
Candanchú typically enjoys reliable snowfall during the winter season, with an average snow depth of around 80 cm. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for real-time information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Candanchú
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Candanchú, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Candanchú, 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 Candanchú 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 Candanchú 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 Candanchú 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.