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Barèges Snow Forecast - 20th May 2026

Barèges Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 May 2026 11:44 AEST

Snow Forecast for Barèges

Snow and Weather from 20 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Barèges Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Barèges?

Barèges Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,800m)
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Forecast for today in Barèges

Max 16℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 16℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
20

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Barèges are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Barèges from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
20		Thu
21		Fri
22		Sat
23		Sun
24		Mon
25		Tue
26
Wind
2,350m
13℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
17℃
Clear
16℃
Clear
16℃
Lt Drizzle
18℃
Clear
1,800m
14℃
Lt Drizzle
19℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
20℃
Fair
19℃
Lt Drizzle
20℃
Lt Drizzle
20℃
Clear
1,250m
16℃
Cloud
22℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
23℃
Mixed
23℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town16℃22℃23℃23℃23℃24℃24℃
Min Town9℃9℃11℃11℃12℃13℃12℃

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.

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Snow Reliability

Barèges typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the winter season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Barèges

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Barèges, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Barèges, 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 Barèges 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 Barèges 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 Barèges 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.