Formigal Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Formigal
This is the Snow and Weather for Formigal from 12 February.
Updated 12 February 2026 06:41 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Formigal.
There is a lot of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Formigal Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Formigal?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 46cm 18in |
| Next 7 Days | 97cm 38in |
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Forecast for today in Formigal
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
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5cm to 10cm 2in to 4in New Snow
Snow showers first, heavy snow showers then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,515m 4,970ft to resort level ( 1,500m 4,921ft ).
Forecast times for Formigal are in Madrid (Europe/Madrid) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 February 2026 08:43 UTC
Powder Possible :- 46cm 18in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Formigal over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Formigal Snow Report
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | |
| 2,200m 7,218ft | -2℃ 28°F
+10cm +4in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +23cm +9in
| -5℃ 23°F
+14cm +5in
| -2℃ 29°F
+8cm +3in
| -1℃ 30°F
+30cm +12in
| -1℃ 31°F
+6cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
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| NW F3 | SW F2 | SW F4 | SW F3 | NW F3 | W F2 | ||
| 1,850m 6,070ft | 0℃ 32°F
+10cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
+23cm +9in
| -3℃ 27°F
+14cm +5in
| 1℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| 1℃ 34°F
+30cm +12in
| 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
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| NW F3 | W F4 | W F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 2℃ 35°F
+5cm +2in
| 1℃ 34°F
+22cm +9in
| 0℃ 32°F
+10cm +4in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
| 6℃ 42°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,515m 4,970ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | varying 1,777m 5,830ft | varying 1,731m 5,679ft | varying 1,777m 5,830ft | |
| Max Town | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°F | -5℃ 23°F | -5℃ 23°F | 2℃ 36°F | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°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 Formigal
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artouste-Fabrèges | 47cm 19in | 111cm 44in | |||||||
| Barèges | 35cm 14in | 100cm 39in | |||||||
| Aramon | 46cm 18in | 98cm 38in | |||||||
| Gourette | 42cm 17in | 98cm 39in | |||||||
| Cauterets | 43cm 17in | 97cm 38in | |||||||
| Panticosa | 42cm 17in | 95cm 37in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 41cm 16in | 95cm 37in | |||||||
| Gavarnie Gèdre | 36cm 14in | 83cm 33in |
Snow Reliability
Formigal typically enjoys good snow reliability with an average snow depth of 100-200 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including snowfall and any snowmelt updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Formigal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Formigal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Formigal, 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 Formigal 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 Formigal 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 Formigal 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.