Gavarnie Gèdre Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gavarnie Gèdre
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This is the Snow Forecast for Gavarnie Gèdre, France for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 01:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gavarnie Gèdre.
Forecast for today in Gavarnie Gèdre
Max 39°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle, light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 7,116ft to resort level.
Gavarnie Gèdre has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Gavarnie Gèdre Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Gavarnie Gèdre 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
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| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 7,874ft | 33°F
+1in
| 29°F
 +1in
| 34°F
 | 35°F
| 40°F
 | 40°F
| 39°F
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 6,972ft | 36°F
+1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 39°F
 | 40°F
| 44°F
| 43°F
| 43°F
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 6,070ft | 39°F
| 36°F
| 43°F
| 45°F
 | 46°F
| 49°F
| 49°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 7,116ft | 6,070ft | varying 6,460ft | ||||
| Max Town | 39°F | 36°F | 43°F | 45°F | 46°F | 49°F | 49°F |
| Min Town | 30°F | 29°F | 27°F | 28°F | 32°F | 40°F | 36°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.
Gavarnie Gèdre 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 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle, light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 7,116ft to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
07
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then light drizzle, clear sky later.
Max 45°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, light drizzle, light snow at altitude later.
Max 46°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 49°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then thunderstorms, fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Gavarnie Gèdre, 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 Gavarnie Gèdre, 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.
Gavarnie Gèdre Snow Forecast updated at 01:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Gavarnie Gèdre
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gourette | 7in | 10in | |||||||
| La Mongie | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Val Louron | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Valle du Louron / Loudenvielle | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gavarnie Gèdre
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gavarnie Gèdre, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gavarnie Gèdre, 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 Gavarnie Gèdre 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 Gavarnie Gèdre 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 Gavarnie Gèdre 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.