Canillo Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Canillo
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This is the Snow Forecast for Canillo, Andorra for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 16 April 2025 03:37 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 23cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Canillo.
Forecast for today in Canillo
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Canillo is reporting “Spring Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Canillo Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 140cm 55in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 140cm 55in |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Last Snow | 1cm - of Snow - 2 April |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Canillo was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Canillo 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | S F2 | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,465m 8,087ft | -2℃ 29°F
 | -1℃ 31°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
 +6cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+17cm +7in
|
| SW F2 | S F2 | ||||||
| 1,998m 6,553ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +10cm +4in
|
| NE F2 | |||||||
| 1,530m 5,020ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,530m 5,020ft | varying 2,319m 7,608ft | 1,699m 5,574ft | varying 2,109m 6,919ft | varying 1,949m 6,394ft | ||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 45°F | 12℃ 54°F | 8℃ 46°F | 8℃ 47°F | 9℃ 48°F | 5℃ 40°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | -1℃ 30°F | 0℃ 33°F | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°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.
Canillo 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 6℃ 42°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Light drizzle first, rain showers then drizzle, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,319m 7,608ft to resort level.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, fog later.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then light rain showers, fog later.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
1cm to 17cm up to 7in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,949m 6,394ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Canillo, Andorra 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 Canillo, 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.
Canillo Snow Forecast updated at 03:37 BST, next update expected 06:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Canillo
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordino-Arcalís | 7cm 3in | 40cm 16in | |||||||
| Les Escaldes | 3cm 1in | 35cm 14in | |||||||
| Pal-Arinsal | - | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig | 1cm 1in | 29cm 11in | |||||||
| Grandvalira | 2cm 1in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Encamp | 1cm - | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Soldeu / El Tarter | 2cm 1in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| La Molina | 1cm - | 20cm 8in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Canillo
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Canillo, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Canillo, 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 Canillo 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 Canillo 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 Canillo 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.