Gourette Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gourette
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This is the Snow Forecast for Gourette, France for 16 days from 1 April.
Updated 01 April 2025 03:34 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gourette.
Forecast for today in Gourette
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Gourette is reporting “Fresh Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gourette Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 140cm 55in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 10cm 4in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow |
| Last Snow | 5cm 2in of Snow - 29 March |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Gourette was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Gourette 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | S F2 | SE F3 | ||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | 9℃ 49°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
| 1℃ 35°F
 +1cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| SW F3 | SE F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 1,875m 6,152ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 6℃ 44°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 42°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| S F3 | |||||||
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 17℃ 62°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 8℃ 47°F
 | 12℃ 53°F
| 14℃ 56°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,359m 7,740ft | varying 2,379m 7,805ft | varying 2,059m 6,755ft | ||||
| Max Town | 17℃ 62°F | 11℃ 51°F | 12℃ 53°F | 14℃ 58°F | 8℃ 47°F | 12℃ 53°F | 14℃ 56°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 42°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 41°F | 7℃ 44°F | 5℃ 42°F | 3℃ 37°F | 6℃ 43°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.
Gourette 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 17℃ 62°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, cloudy then rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
05
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain showers then light rain, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,059m 6,755ft to 2,049m 6,722ft , with rain below.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then cloudy, fog later.
Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Gourette, 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 Gourette, 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.
Gourette Snow Forecast updated at 03:34 BST, next update expected 09:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Gourette
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gourette
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gourette, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gourette, 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 Gourette 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 Gourette 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 Gourette 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.