Candanchú Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Candanchú
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This is the Snow Forecast for Candanchú, Spain for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 19:41 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Candanchú.
Forecast for today in Candanchú
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Artouste-Fabrèges ( 19km 12 miles from Candanchú) is reporting “Soft Snow” with 3cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Candanchú Snow Report
Snow report from Artouste-Fabrèges ( 19km 12 miles from Candanchú)
| Upper Snow Depths | 87cm 34in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 37cm 15in |
| Snow Conditions | Soft Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Artouste-Fabrèges was reported as 1 (Low Risk) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Candanchú 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | N F4 | SE F2 | |||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | -3℃ 26°F
 +2cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
 | 5℃ 41°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 1℃ 35°F
 |
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 1,950m 6,398ft | 0℃ 32°F
 +2cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 4℃ 40°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 4℃ 39°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,500m 4,921ft | 1,839m 6,033ft | varying 2,059m 6,755ft | varying 1,879m 6,165ft | |||
| Max Town | 4℃ 39°F | 8℃ 46°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 53°F | 7℃ 44°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 36°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°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.
Candanchú 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 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°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
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, light drizzle, clear sky later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, light drizzle, clear spells later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light drizzle, cloudy 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
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, drizzle then light drizzle, light rain later.
Max 11℃ 53°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, clear spells then cloudy, fog later.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Fog first, light rain then cloudy, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Candanchú, Spain 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 Candanchú, 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.
Candanchú Snow Forecast updated at 19:41 BST, next update expected 01:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near Candanchú
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gourette | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Aramon | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Cauterets | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Artouste-Fabrèges | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Candanchú
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Candanchú, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Candanchú, 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 Candanchú 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 Candanchú 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 Candanchú 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.