La Molina Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for La Molina
This is the Snow and Weather for La Molina from 16 January.
Updated 16 January 2026 03:17 PST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for La Molina.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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La Molina Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in La Molina?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 38in |
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Forecast for today in La Molina
Max 34°F
Min 16°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 16°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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New Snow
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level (5,577ft).
Forecast times for La Molina are in Madrid (Europe/Madrid) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 January 2026 03:19 PST
Powder Possible :- 11in of Fresh Snow is forecast for La Molina over the next 2 days.
Font Romeu (13 miles from La Molina) is reporting "Hard(High), Soft Snow(Low)".*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
La Molina Snow Report
Snow report from Font Romeu (13 miles from La Molina)
| Upper Snow Depths | 89in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 23in |
| Snow Conditions | Hard High Soft Snow Low |
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| Last Snow | 11 January |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Font Romeu was reported as 3 (Considerable) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 8,022ft | 26°F
| 24°F
 +6in
| 25°F
 +5in
| 24°F
 +8in
| 24°F
+14in
| 27°F
 | 24°F
+1in
|
| 6,800ft | 30°F
| 28°F
+6in
| 29°F
+5in
| 29°F
+8in
| 28°F
+14in
| 31°F
| 29°F
+1in
|
| 5,577ft | 34°F
| 32°F
+6in
| 33°F
+4in
| 33°F
+8in
| 33°F
+14in
| 35°F
| 33°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | 5,577ft | 5,577ft | 5,577ft | 5,577ft | 5,577ft | 5,577ft | |
| Max Town | 34°F | 32°F | 33°F | 33°F | 33°F | 35°F | 33°F |
| Min Town | 16°F | 29°F | 25°F | 15°F | 28°F | 18°F | 15°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.
Snow Forecast near La Molina
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambre d'Aze | 9in | 37in | |||||||
| Font Romeu | 9in | 37in | |||||||
| Les Angles | 8in | 36in | |||||||
| Pas de la Casa / Grau Roig | 8in | 25in | |||||||
| Grandvalira | 8in | 25in | |||||||
| Canillo | 8in | 22in | |||||||
| Soldeu / El Tarter | 8in | 22in |
Snow Reliability
La Molina typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in La Molina
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to La Molina, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in La Molina, 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 La Molina 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 La Molina 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 La Molina 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.