El Tarter Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for El Tarter
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This is the Snow Forecast for El Tarter, Andorra for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 23:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for El Tarter.
Forecast for today in El Tarter
Max 39°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
El Tarter is reporting “Spring Snow” with very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
El Tarter Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 71in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 55in |
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Last Snow | |
| - of Snow - 2 April | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in El Tarter was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
El Tarter 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 6,890ft | 34°F
| 34°F
 | 45°F
| 37°F
| 36°F
 | 43°F
 | 44°F
 |
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 6,250ft | 36°F
| 37°F
| 49°F
| 43°F
| 40°F
| 43°F
+1in
| 44°F
 |
| 5,610ft | 39°F
| 40°F
| 54°F
| 48°F
 | 42°F
| 45°F
| 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,610ft | 5,610ft | varying 5,869ft | varying 5,705ft | |||
| Max Town | 39°F | 40°F | 54°F | 48°F | 42°F | 45°F | 45°F |
| Min Town | 29°F | 27°F | 30°F | 29°F | 29°F | 33°F | 31°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.
El Tarter 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 39°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 40°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 54°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 48°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair first, light drizzle then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 42°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 45°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
New Snow
Light snow showers first, cloudy then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,869ft to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, light snow later.
This Snow Forecast for El Tarter, Andorra 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 El Tarter, on any given trail 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.
El Tarter Snow Forecast updated at 23:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near El Tarter
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porté Puymorens | 3in | 10in | |||||||
| Soldeu / El Tarter | - | 7in | |||||||
| Neiges Catalanes | - | 13in | |||||||
| Ax les Thermes | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Ascou Pailhères | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Soldeu | - | 1in | |||||||
| Font Romeu | - | 1in | |||||||
| Les Angles | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in El Tarter
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to El Tarter, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in El Tarter, 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 El Tarter 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 El Tarter 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 El Tarter 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.