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Cauterets Snow Forecast - 16th April 2025

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Cauterets Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Cauterets

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This is the Snow Forecast for Cauterets, France for 15 days from 16 April.

Updated 15 April 2025 19:39 BST.

Cauterets Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected16 April
Next Snow Amount 7cm 3in
Next 48 Hours 7cm 3in
Next 7 Days 41cm 16in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cauterets.

Forecast for today in Cauterets

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

Wed
16

2cm to 6cm 1in to 2in New Snow

SnowSnowMixedSnow

Heavy snow showers, clear spells, heavy snow showers later.

Snow Line from 1,479m 4,852ft to resort level.

Cauterets is reporting “Soft Snow(High), Spring Snow(Low)” with 7cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Cauterets Snow Report

Cauterets Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths 260cm 102in
Lower Snow Depths 50cm 20in
Snow ConditionsSoft Snow High Spring Snow Low
Last Snow 60cm 24in of Snow - 3 April
Avalanche Risk Level
The Avalanche Risk Level in Cauterets was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs.

Cauterets 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Cauterets from OpenMeteo
Wed
16
Thu
17
Fri
18
Sat
19
Sun
20
Mon
21
Tue
22
WindSW F3SW F2
2,500m 8,202ft
-1℃ 29°F
Snow
+6cm +2in
-2℃ 29°F
Cloud
+1cm
1℃ 34°F
Mixed
0℃ 32°F
Hvy Snow
+16cm +6in
-1℃ 31°F
Cloud
+2cm +1in
2℃ 35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-3℃ 27°F
Snow
+15cm +6in
1,900m 6,234ft
3℃ 36°F
Snow
+7cm +3in
2℃ 36°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Clear
4℃ 40°F
Snow
+6cm +2in
3℃ 37°F
Mixed
6℃ 44°F
Cloud
2℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+9cm +4in
1,300m 4,265ft
7℃ 44°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm +1in
6℃ 43°F
Light Snow
14℃ 58°F
Clear
8℃ 46°F
Light Snow
7℃ 44°F
Mixed
9℃ 49°F
Lt Rain
4℃ 39°F
Snow
Snow Line

varying 1,479m 4,852ft
to 1,300m 4,265ft

varying 2,059m 6,755ft
to 1,300m 4,265ft

varying 2,099m 6,886ft
to 1,329m 4,360ft

varying 1,669m 5,476ft
to 1,609m 5,279ft

varying 2,019m 6,624ft
to 1,629m 5,344ft

varying 1,719m 5,640ft
to 1,369m 4,491ft

Max Town 7℃ 44°F 6℃ 43°F 14℃ 58°F 8℃ 46°F 7℃ 44°F 9℃ 49°F 4℃ 39°F
Min Town 0℃ 32°F 0℃ 31°F 2℃ 36°F 2℃ 35°F 2℃ 35°F 3℃ 38°F 2℃ 35°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.

Cauterets 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

Wed
16

2cm to 6cm 1in to 2in New Snow

SnowSnowMixedSnow

Heavy snow showers, clear spells, heavy snow showers later.

Snow Line from 1,479m 4,852ft to resort level.

Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 0℃ 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
17

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudCloudLight SnowClear

Cloudy, light snow at altitude, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 2,059m 6,755ft to resort level.

Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 2℃ 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
18

Snow unlikely

FairClearFairClear

Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear sky later.

Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°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

Sat
19

up to 16cm up to 6in New Snow

Lt RainLight SnowLight SnowClear

Light rain showers, light snow at altitude, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 2,099m 6,886ft to 1,329m 4,360ft , with rain below.

Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°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

Sun
20

up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow

CloudMixedMixedFog

Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.

Snow Line from 1,669m 5,476ft to 1,609m 5,279ft , with rain below.

Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 3℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
21

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudCloudLt RainLt Rain

Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.

Snow Line from 2,019m 6,624ft to 1,629m 5,344ft , with rain below.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
22

up to 15cm up to 6in New Snow

SnowSnowSnowFog

Snow at altitude first, snow showers at altitude then snow at altitude, fog later.

Snow Line from 1,719m 5,640ft to 1,369m 4,491ft , with rain below.

This Snow Forecast for Cauterets, France 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 Cauterets, 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.

Cauterets Snow Forecast updated at 19:39 BST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Cauterets

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Cauterets
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Candanchú 8cm 3in 55cm 21in
Saint-Lary Soulan 4cm 2in 53cm 21in
Luz Ardiden 8cm 3in 49cm 19in
La Mongie 8cm 3in 38cm 15in
Tourmalet 5cm 2in 37cm 14in
Formigal 2cm 1in 34cm 13in
Gourette 8cm 3in 34cm 13in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cauterets

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cauterets, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cauterets, 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 Cauterets 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 Cauterets 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 Cauterets 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.