Candanchú Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Candanchú
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This is the Snow Forecast for Candanchú, Spain for 15 days from 31 December.
Updated 31 December 2024 03:36 AEDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 6 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm |
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Forecast for today in Candanchú
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Candanchú has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Tue 31 | Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | ||||
| 2,400m | -1℃
| -3℃
| -2℃
 | -1℃
| 2℃
 +1cm
| 2℃
+1cm
| 0℃
+5cm
|
| SE F2 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |||||
| 1,950m | 2℃
| 0℃
| 0℃
| 2℃
 | 4℃
| 5℃
 | 3℃
+4cm
|
| S F3 | S F3 | ||||||
| 1,500m | 6℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
| 7℃
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,249m | varying 2,269m | varying 2,079m | ||||
| Max Town | 6℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | -4℃ | -4℃ | -2℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ |
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 at a glance
| Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to 1,809m | Snow to 2,129m | Snow to 1,539m |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Candanchú.
Candanchú 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
02
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,249m to 1,809m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,269m to 2,129m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
06
up to 5cm New Snow
Light rain early, then light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,079m to 1,539m, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Candanchú, Spain 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 Candanchú, 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.
Candanchú Snow Forecast updated at 03:36 AEDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Candanchú
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Candanchú
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Candanchú, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Candanchú, 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 Candanchú is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Candanchú 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 Candanchú 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.