Somport snow report
Somport
Somport ski resort in Piste-Rouge-du-Lac offers a variety of ski trails for all levels of skiers, but the best ones are the black and red runs. The resort boasts a fascinating history, as it was once used as a smuggling route between France and Spain during World War II. For beginners, a great trail to start on is the green run, which offers a gentle slope and stunning views. For après-ski, the best bar is La Cantine, which serves delicious food and drinks in a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: The Somport ski resort is located in the Pyrenees mountain range, specifically in the Aspe Valley in the department of Pyrénées-Atlantiques in France. The resort is situated near the border with Spain and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Some of the pertinent mountain ranges near Somport ski resort include the Pyrenees, which are a range of mountains that separate France and Spain. The highest peak in the Pyrenees is Aneto, which stands at 3,404 meters (11,168 feet) above sea level.
In terms of mountain aspects, Somport ski resort offers a variety of slopes for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. The resort has a total of 35 kilometers of ski runs, with the highest point reaching 1,600 meters (5,249 feet) above sea level. Some of the mountain aspects that can be enjoyed at Somport ski resort include wide open slopes, stunning views of the surrounding mountains, and opportunities for off-piste skiing.
Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects of Somport ski resort provide a picturesque setting for winter sports enthusiasts to enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the Pyrenees.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Somport -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Somport in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Somport reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Somport
Where does the snow data for Somport come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Somport?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Somport?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Somport.