Neiges Catalanes Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Neiges Catalanes
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This is the Snow Forecast for Neiges Catalanes, France for 16 days from 5 May.
Updated 05 May 2025 09:39 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Neiges Catalanes.
Forecast for today in Neiges Catalanes
Max 50°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Ax les Thermes (near Neiges Catalanes) is reporting “Spring Snow” with 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Neiges Catalanes Snow Report
Snow report from Ax les Thermes (near Neiges Catalanes)
| 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. | |
Neiges Catalanes 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 05 | Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | ||||||
| 8,858ft | 35°F
| 32°F
 | 35°F
 +1in
| 34°F
 +1in
| 31°F
 +1in
| 42°F
| 44°F
|
| NW F3 | |||||||
| 6,890ft | 42°F
| 39°F
| 42°F
| 43°F
| 38°F
 | 49°F
| 51°F
|
| 4,921ft | 50°F
| 48°F
| 50°F
| 55°F
| 47°F
 | 58°F
| 59°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,296ft | varying 7,477ft | varying 7,280ft | varying 7,543ft | |||
| Max Town | 50°F | 48°F | 50°F | 55°F | 47°F | 58°F | 59°F |
| Min Town | 37°F | 34°F | 31°F | 35°F | 38°F | 35°F | 39°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.
Neiges Catalanes 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 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 48°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
New Snow
Clear sky, cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,296ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky early, then light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 7,477ft to 6,690ft, with rain below.
Max 55°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky, fair, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 7,280ft to 6,985ft, with rain below.
Max 47°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, light drizzle then rain showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 7,543ft to 6,854ft, with rain below.
Max 58°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 59°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Neiges Catalanes, 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 Neiges Catalanes, 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.
Neiges Catalanes Snow Forecast updated at 09:39 PDT, next update expected 15:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Neiges Catalanes
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cerdagne Puigmal | 3in | 8in | |||||||
| Puyvalador | 2in | 7in | |||||||
| Les Angles | - | 1in | |||||||
| Porté Puymorens | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| La Molina | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Font Romeu | - | - | |||||||
| Formiguères | - | 2in | |||||||
| Mijanès-Donezan | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Neiges Catalanes
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Neiges Catalanes, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Neiges Catalanes, 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 Neiges Catalanes 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 Neiges Catalanes 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 Neiges Catalanes 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.