Tourmalet Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Tourmalet
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This is the Snow Forecast for Tourmalet, France for 15 days from 27 February.
Updated 26 February 2025 18:33 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 27cm 11in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Tourmalet.
Forecast for today in Tourmalet
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Tourmalet has 7cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Tourmalet Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 90cm 35in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 80cm 31in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Pistes Open | 39 Pistes (76%) |
Tourmalet 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 01 | Sun 02 | Mon 03 | Tue 04 | Wed 05 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,500m 8,202ft | -3℃ 27°F
| -5℃ 24°F
 +3cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +4cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
+5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+11cm +4in
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
 |
| 1,875m 6,152ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 6℃ 42°F
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +1cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,399m 4,590ft | 1,250m 4,101ft | 1,250m 4,101ft | varying 1,899m 6,230ft | varying 1,949m 6,394ft | ||
| Max Town | 6℃ 43°F | 5℃ 41°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | 6℃ 43°F | 10℃ 50°F | 11℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°F | -4℃ 24°F | -1℃ 29°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°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.
Tourmalet 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,399m 4,590ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
01
1cm to 4cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Snow showers first, light snow then snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
02
2cm to 5cm 1in to 2in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
03
up to 11cm up to 4in New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,899m 6,230ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
04
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,949m 6,394ft to 1,909m 6,263ft , with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
05
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Tourmalet, 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 Tourmalet, 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.
Tourmalet Snow Forecast updated at 18:33 GMT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Tourmalet
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 4cm 2in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 6cm 2in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Cauterets | 1cm - | 27cm 10in | |||||||
| La Mongie | 2cm 1in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Peyragudes | 6cm 2in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Val Louron | 3cm 1in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Gourette | 3cm 1in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Barèges | 1cm - | 19cm 8in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tourmalet
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tourmalet, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tourmalet, 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 Tourmalet 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 Tourmalet 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 Tourmalet 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.