Formigal Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Formigal
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This is the Snow Forecast for Formigal, Spain for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 05:31 BST.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Formigal.
Forecast for today in Formigal
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Artouste-Fabrèges ( 11km 7 miles from Formigal) is reporting “Soft Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Formigal Snow Report
Snow report from Artouste-Fabrèges ( 11km 7 miles from Formigal)
| 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. | |
Formigal 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SE F2 | S F2 | ||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 1℃ 34°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 4℃ 40°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| NW F3 | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 1,850m 6,070ft | 4℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 47°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 47°F
 |
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 10℃ 51°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,049m 6,722ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 48°F | 9℃ 49°F | 10℃ 50°F | 11℃ 51°F | 13℃ 55°F | 10℃ 51°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 35°F | 5℃ 40°F | 5℃ 40°F | 7℃ 45°F | 8℃ 46°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.
Formigal 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 6℃ 43°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, light drizzle, clear sky later.
Max 9℃ 49°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, drizzle, rain showers later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light drizzle then drizzle, light rain showers later.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, thunderstorms then rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, thunderstorms, light rain showers later.
Max 10℃ 51°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain then thunderstorms, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Formigal, 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 Formigal, 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.
Formigal Snow Forecast updated at 05:31 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Formigal
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerler | 2cm 1in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Gourette | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Barèges | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Cauterets | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Gavarnie Gèdre | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Aramon | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Formigal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Formigal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Formigal, 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 Formigal 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 Formigal 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 Formigal 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.