Ascou Pailhères Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 April 2026 08:46 BST
Snow Forecast for Ascou Pailhères
Snow and Weather from 12 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Ascou Pailhères Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Ascou Pailhères?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Ascou Pailhères
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
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4cm to 5cm 2in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,562m 5,125ft to resort level ( 1,500m 4,921ft ).
Forecast times for Ascou Pailhères are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 April 2026 10:54 BST
Powder Possible :- 13cm 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Ascou Pailhères over the next 2 days.
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| Sun 12 | Mon 13 | Tue 14 | Wed 15 | Thu 16 | Fri 17 | Sat 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,000m 6,562ft | 4℃ 39°F
+5cm +2in
| -2℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
 | 6℃ 44°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 |
| NW F3 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,750m 5,741ft | 3℃ 38°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
+8cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 10℃ 50°F
 |
| W F3 | W F3 | ||||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 3℃ 37°F
+4cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
+7cm +3in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 15℃ 59°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,562m 5,125ft | varying 1,531m 5,023ft | 1,500m 4,921ft | ||||
| Max Town | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | 10℃ 50°F | 13℃ 55°F | 15℃ 59°F | 15℃ 59°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 29°F | -2℃ 28°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 42°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.
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Snow Forecast near Ascou Pailhères
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ax les Thermes | 15cm 6in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Mijanès-Donezan | 11cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Cerdagne Puigmal | 9cm 4in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Les Angles | 8cm 3in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Cambre d'Aze | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Font Romeu | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| La Quillane | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Ascou Pailhères typically enjoys a reliable snow depth of around 60 to 100 cm during peak season, with consistent snowfall. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski’s comprehensive reports.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ascou Pailhères
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ascou Pailhères, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ascou Pailhères, 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 Ascou Pailhères 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 Ascou Pailhères 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 Ascou Pailhères 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.