Grandvalira Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Grandvalira
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This is the Snow Forecast for Grandvalira, Andorra for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 19:31 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 44cm 17in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Grandvalira.
Forecast for today in Grandvalira
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°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
Tue
15
1cm to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair first, cloudy then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,849m 6,066ft to resort level.
Ax les Thermes ( 22km 13 miles from Grandvalira) is reporting “Spring Snow” with 7cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Grandvalira Snow Report
Snow report from Ax les Thermes ( 22km 13 miles from Grandvalira)
| Upper Snow Depths | 60cm 24in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 20cm 8in |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Ax les Thermes was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Grandvalira 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||
| 2,640m 8,661ft | 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
+4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 36°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
 +18cm +7in
| -3℃ 26°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 2,085m 6,841ft | 4℃ 40°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
 |
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,530m 5,020ft | 7℃ 44°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 8℃ 46°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 1,849m 6,066ft | 1,530m 5,020ft | 1,530m 5,020ft | varying 2,369m 7,772ft | varying 1,779m 5,837ft | varying 2,109m 6,919ft | |
| Max Town | 7℃ 44°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 12℃ 54°F | 10℃ 50°F | 4℃ 39°F | 8℃ 46°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | -3℃ 27°F | -1℃ 29°F | -1℃ 31°F | -2℃ 29°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.
Grandvalira 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 7℃ 44°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°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
Tue
15
1cm to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair first, cloudy then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,849m 6,066ft to resort level.
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
Wed
16
2cm to 4cm 1in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, cloudy, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
19
up to 18cm up to 7in New Snow
Clear sky, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,369m 7,772ft to resort level.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair first, cloudy then snow showers at altitude, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,779m 5,837ft to 1,619m 5,312ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Grandvalira, 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 Grandvalira, 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.
Grandvalira Snow Forecast updated at 19:31 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Grandvalira
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ordino-Arcalís | 13cm 5in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Les Escaldes | 5cm 2in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| Pal-Arinsal | 3cm 1in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig | 9cm 4in | 47cm 19in | |||||||
| Ax les Thermes | 18cm 7in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Canillo | 4cm 2in | 27cm 10in | |||||||
| Encamp | 3cm 1in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Soldeu / El Tarter | 4cm 1in | 23cm 9in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Grandvalira
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Grandvalira, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Grandvalira, 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 Grandvalira 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 Grandvalira 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 Grandvalira 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.