Cauterets Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cauterets
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This is the Snow Forecast for Cauterets, France for 16 days from 28 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 02:33 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 22cm 9in |
| 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 Cauterets.
Forecast for today in Cauterets
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then light snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,639m 5,377ft to 1,309m 4,295ft , with rain below.
Powder Alert!
Updated 28 March 2025 08:39 GMT
Powder Possible :- 18cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Cauterets over the next 2 days.
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Cauterets is reporting "Soft Snow".
Cauterets Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 250cm 98in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 120cm 47in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow |
| Last Snow | 20cm 8in of Snow - 23 March |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Cauterets was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Cauterets 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | NE F3 | S F2 | ||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | -3℃ 27°F
+2cm +1in
| -5℃ 22°F
 +20cm +8in
| -3℃ 26°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm +1in
|
| SE F3 | S F2 | ||||||
| 1,900m 6,234ft | 1℃ 34°F
 +2cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
+16cm +6in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 16℃ 60°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| NE F3 | |||||||
| 1,300m 4,265ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+7cm +3in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 15℃ 58°F
 | 11℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,639m 5,377ft | varying 1,559m 5,115ft | 1,300m 4,265ft | varying 2,169m 7,116ft | |||
| Max Town | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 37°F | 6℃ 43°F | 14℃ 56°F | 18℃ 65°F | 15℃ 58°F | 11℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | -4℃ 25°F | -1℃ 30°F | 5℃ 41°F | 7℃ 45°F | 5℃ 41°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 5℃ 41°F
Min 0℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then light snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,639m 5,377ft to 1,309m 4,295ft , with rain below.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
7cm to 20cm 3in to 8in New Snow
Light snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,559m 5,115ft to resort level.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 14℃ 56°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Fair first, light rain showers then fair, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,169m 7,116ft to 1,999m 6,558ft , 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 02:33 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Cauterets
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candanchú | 32cm 13in | 32cm 13in | |||||||
| Gourette | 30cm 12in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 22cm 9in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| La Mongie | 21cm 8in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Tourmalet | 18cm 7in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Formigal | 10cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 7cm 3in | 8cm 3in |
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.