Luz Ardiden Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden
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This is the Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden, France for 15 days from 26 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 07:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Luz Ardiden.
Forecast for today in Luz Ardiden
Max 35°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, light snow showers later.
Luz Ardiden is reporting “Fresh Snow(High), Spring Snow(Low)” with 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Luz Ardiden Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 61in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 10in |
| Snow Conditions | Fresh Snow High Spring Snow Low |
| Last Snow | |
| 2in of Snow - 25 March | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Luz Ardiden was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
Luz Ardiden 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F3 | SW F4 | NE F3 | ||||
| 8,202ft | 25°F
 | 29°F
| 26°F
 +1in
| 22°F
 +3in
| 38°F
| 49°F
| 50°F
|
| NW F3 | NE F3 | ||||||
| 6,857ft | 30°F
| 34°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 26°F
+3in
| 43°F
| 53°F
| 55°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 5,512ft | 35°F
| 38°F
| 37°F
+1in
| 33°F
 +4in
| 44°F
| 58°F
| 58°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,512ft | 5,512ft | varying 5,738ft | 5,512ft | |||
| Max Town | 35°F | 38°F | 37°F | 33°F | 44°F | 58°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 22°F | 24°F | 26°F | 23°F | 23°F | 37°F | 38°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.
Luz Ardiden 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 35°F
Min 22°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 22°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, light snow showers later.
Max 38°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
1in New Snow
Clear sky first, light snow then clear spells, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,738ft to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 23°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 23°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
3in to 4in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 44°F
Min 23°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 23°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
30
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 58°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 58°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden, 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 Luz Ardiden, 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.
Luz Ardiden Snow Forecast updated at 07:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Luz Ardiden
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gourette | 6in | 10in | |||||||
| La Mongie | 2in | 8in | |||||||
| Val Louron | 2in | 8in | |||||||
| Valle du Louron / Loudenvielle | 2in | 7in | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 1in | 5in | |||||||
| Tourmalet | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Formigal | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Luz Ardiden
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Luz Ardiden, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Luz Ardiden, 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 Luz Ardiden 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 Luz Ardiden 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 Luz Ardiden 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.