Les Escaldes Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Les Escaldes
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This is the Snow Forecast for Les Escaldes, Andorra for 16 days from 15 May.
Updated 14 May 2025 21:32 PDT.
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Les Escaldes. | |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Les Escaldes.
Forecast for today in Les Escaldes
Max 50°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Ax les Thermes (near Les Escaldes) is reporting “Spring Snow” with no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Les Escaldes Snow Report
Snow report from Ax les Thermes (near Les Escaldes)
| Upper Snow Depths | 24in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Spring Snow |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Ax les Thermes was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Les Escaldes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F3 | NE F3 | N F3 | ||||
| 8,661ft | 40°F
| 42°F
 | 44°F
| 46°F
 | 49°F
| 43°F
 | 39°F
|
| NE F3 | NE F3 | N F3 | |||||
| 7,136ft | 45°F
| 47°F
| 52°F
| 53°F
| 55°F
| 48°F
| 44°F
|
| SE F2 | NE F3 | ||||||
| 5,610ft | 50°F
| 53°F
| 58°F
| 60°F
| 60°F
| 52°F
| 54°F
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 50°F | 53°F | 58°F | 60°F | 60°F | 52°F | 54°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 40°F | 37°F | 41°F | 45°F | 45°F | 41°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.
Les Escaldes 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 50°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 53°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 58°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then light drizzle later.
Max 60°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max 60°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 52°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain showers then thunderstorms, light rain later.
Max 54°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear spells, fair later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Les Escaldes, 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 Les Escaldes, 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.
Les Escaldes Snow Forecast updated at 21:32 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Les Escaldes
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grandvalira | 1in | 2in | |||||||
| Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig | - | 1in | |||||||
| Pal-Arinsal | - | 1in | |||||||
| Canillo | - | - | |||||||
| Soldeu / El Tarter | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Les Escaldes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Les Escaldes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Les Escaldes, 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 Les Escaldes 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 Les Escaldes 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 Les Escaldes 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.