Gourette Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gourette
This is the Snow Forecast for Gourette, France for 16 days from 15 November.
Updated 14 November 2025 20:33 PST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gourette.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Gourette Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Gourette?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 8in |
Forecast for today in Gourette
Max 51°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, clear sky then cloudy, rain later.
Artouste-Fabrèges (near Gourette) is reporting “Soft Snow” with 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gourette Snow Report
Snow report from Artouste-Fabrèges (near Gourette)
| Upper Snow Depths | 34in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 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. | |
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| Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F4 | SW F2 | S F2 | ||||
| 7,874ft | 37°F
| 35°F
| 29°F
 +1in
| 27°F
| 30°F
 +1in
| 24°F
+3in
| 17°F
 +1in
|
| SW F4 | SW F2 | E F3 | |||||
| 6,152ft | 44°F
| 41°F
| 36°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 34°F
+1in
| 28°F
+3in
| 22°F
+1in
|
| SE F3 | |||||||
| 4,429ft | 51°F
| 49°F
| 42°F
 | 40°F
| 42°F
| 35°F
+1in
| 29°F
+2in
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,033ft | 4,429ft | 4,429ft | 4,429ft | |||
| Max Town | 51°F | 49°F | 42°F | 40°F | 42°F | 35°F | 29°F |
| Min Town | 46°F | 36°F | 32°F | 28°F | 29°F | 29°F | 28°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.
Gourette 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 51°F
Min 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, clear sky then cloudy, rain later.
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 42°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 6,033ft to 4,656ft, with rain below.
Max 40°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 42°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
up to 1in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 35°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
1in to 3in New Snow
Light snow showers, cloudy, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 29°F
Min 28°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 28°F and not getting above 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
1in to 2in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Gourette, 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 Gourette, 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.
Gourette Snow Forecast updated at 20:33 PST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Gourette
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cauterets | 2in | 8in | |||||||
| Barèges | 1in | 7in | |||||||
| Gavarnie Gèdre | - | 7in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 1in | 6in | |||||||
| Artouste-Fabrèges | 1in | 6in | |||||||
| Formigal | - | 2in |
Snow Reliability
Gourette typically enjoys a snow depth of 100 to 150 centimeters throughout the season, with reliable snowfall from December to April. For the latest snow conditions, visit J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gourette
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gourette, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gourette, 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 Gourette 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 Gourette 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 Gourette 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.