Barèges Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 30 April 2026 05:42 AEST
Snow Forecast for Barèges
Snow and Weather from 29 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Barèges Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Barèges?
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Forecast for today in Barèges
Max 16℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Barèges are in Paris (Europe/Paris) time zone.
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| Wed 29 | Thu 30 | Fri 01 | Sat 02 | Sun 03 | Mon 04 | Tue 05 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,350m | 6℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
| 8℃
| 8℃
| 7℃
 | 5℃
 |
| 1,800m | 12℃
| 11℃
| 12℃
| 13℃
| 11℃
| 11℃
| 5℃
|
| 1,250m | 16℃
| 14℃
| 15℃
| 18℃
| 13℃
 | 13℃
| 7℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,881m | ||||||
| Max Town | 16℃ | 14℃ | 15℃ | 18℃ | 13℃ | 13℃ | 7℃ |
| Min Town | 6℃ | 9℃ | 6℃ | 10℃ | 8℃ | 5℃ | 6℃ |
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 Barèges
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gourette | - | 7cm | |||||||
| La Mongie | 3cm | 7cm | |||||||
| Tourmalet | - | 6cm | |||||||
| Luz Ardiden | - | 3cm | |||||||
| Peyragudes | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Saint-Lary Soulan | - | 2cm |
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.