Luz Ardiden Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden
This is the Snow Forecast for Luz Ardiden, France for 16 days from 18 November.
Updated 18 November 2025 11:36 NZDT.
Forecast times for Luz Ardiden are in Central European Time (Europe/Paris).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Luz Ardiden.
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Luz Ardiden Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Luz Ardiden?
| Next Snow Expected | 19 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 7cm |
| Next 7 Days | 40cm |
Forecast for today in Luz Ardiden
Max 2℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Luz Ardiden has 7cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Luz Ardiden Snow Report
Snow report from Gourette (near Luz Ardiden)
| Upper Snow Depths | 10cm |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Gourette was reported as 2 (Moderate) but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | E F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||
| 2,500m | -2℃
| -5℃
+1cm
| -7℃
 +6cm
| -11℃
 +6cm
| -1℃
 +3cm
| 0℃
+4cm
| 0℃
+15cm
|
| W F3 | SE F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 2,090m | 1℃
| -2℃
+1cm
| -4℃
+7cm
| -8℃
+6cm
| 2℃
+4cm
| 3℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+3cm
|
| S F3 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,680m | 2℃
| 1℃
| -3℃
+6cm
| -5℃
+7cm
| -1℃
+1cm
| 0℃
| 2℃
 |
| Snow Line | 1,839m | varying 1,839m | 1,680m | varying 1,849m | varying 2,049m | varying 2,339m | |
| Max Town | 2℃ | 1℃ | -3℃ | -5℃ | -1℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -6℃ | -6℃ | -9℃ | -12℃ | -3℃ | -1℃ |
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 2℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 1℃
Min -6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow falling to 1,839m, with rain below.
Max -3℃
Min -6℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ and not getting above -3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
6cm New Snow
Cloudy, heavy snow showers, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,839m to resort level.
Max -5℃
Min -9℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ and not getting above -5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
6cm to 7cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃
Min -12℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -12℃ and not getting above -1℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
1cm to 3cm New Snow
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,849m to resort level.
Max 0℃
Min -3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
23
up to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light rain, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,049m to 1,839m, with rain below.
Max 2℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
24
up to 15cm New Snow
Cloudy first, rain then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,339m to 1,929m, with rain below.
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 piste 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 11:36 NZDT, next update expected 17:00 NZDT.
Snow Forecast near Luz Ardiden
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gourette | 17cm | 42cm | |||||||
| Tourmalet | 8cm | 39cm | |||||||
| La Mongie | 8cm | 32cm | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | 3cm | 24cm | |||||||
| Valle du Louron / Loudenvielle | 5cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Val Louron | 3cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Formigal | 3cm | 11cm |
Snow Reliability
Luz Ardiden typically receives ample snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 120 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
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.