What are the cycling conditions like in Col de Maure?

🛣️ Open/Closed (Road Accessibility Over the Year) Unlike the very high Alpine cols that are closed in winter due to snow, Col de Maure’s elevation (~1346 m) means: 🌼 Spring – Summer – Autumn (April – October): The pass is usually open for cycling and road vehicles once winter snow melts and local authorities clear/maintain the road. Exact opening dates vary year-to-year depending on winter snowfall and spring weather, but generally by late April to May , snow is gone and roads are rideable. ❄️ Late Autumn – Winter (Late October – March/April): Snow and ice can make the pass dangerous or impassable for road cycling and driving. Official closures aren’t always published centrally, but Alpine road passes at this altitude typically become unsafe after the first significant snowfalls and may remain unmaintained until spring. ⚠️ Summary Accessibility Pattern (Typical Alpine Minor Road): Closed or risky: ~late October → April (depending on snow) Likely open: ~May → October Note: Early/late season openings can change year to year based on weather. 🌦️ Typical Weather Patterns for Cyclists 🧊 Winter (Dec – Feb) Temperatures often around or below freezing at the pass summit overnight. Snow and ice cover common; not recommended for road cycling. Strong winds and unstable weather frequent at elevation. Roads may be unplowed or closed. 🌼 Spring (Mar – May) Variable conditions: some days mild, others cold with residual snow at altitude. Snow usually melts later in spring , and roads become reliably rideable May onward , but late snowstorms are possible. Temperatures climb gradually — cool at dawn, warmer midday. ☀️ Summer (Jun – Aug) Best cycling season with warm days and long daylight. Afternoon thunderstorms can develop quickly — common in mountains. Nights and mornings still cool (~5–10 °C at elevation). Good window for classic Alpine rides. 🍁 Autumn (Sep – Oct) Stable weather early in fall; cooling temperatures. Autumn colors and generally dry roads. First snowfalls typically Oct–Nov start making conditions marginal. Rapid temperature swings possible. Weather experience summary for cyclists: Expect cool to warm days in summer, cold nights, occasional thunderstorms . Transition seasons have variable weather — layers and gear essential . Snow risk at higher elevation persists into late spring. 🚴 What Cyclists Should Expect in a Ride Gradient & ride feel: Col de Maure climb from Selonnet: ~9.8 km with gentle average gradient (~2.8–3 %) — accessible for many trained riders. Lower traffic than bigger Alpine passes — quieter and peaceful. Road quality is generally good asphalt , but watch for gravel, debris or wet patches after rain. Seasonal comfort: Summer: ideal — warm but not extreme; great views. Spring/Autumn: require layers and rain/wind protection . Winter: not recommended for cycling on roads. 🧭 Short Summary for Cyclists Col de Maure (1346 m) is a moderately high alpine pass in southeastern France. 🗓️ Best riding season: May through October — roads usually cleared and weather generally favourable. ❄️ Off-season (Nov–Apr): snow and ice make the pass risky or closed for cycling. 🌦️ Weather changes quickly — summers are pleasant, spring and autumn are variable. 🚴 Road is gentle and quieter than major Tour-de-France cols, great for enjoyable Alpine cycling.

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1,346m

Elevation

Current status: open

Opening Period: Ganzjährig offen

Wed

11 Mar

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Rain showers

06:53 — 18:34

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Precipitation 2 mm

Humidity 95 %

🛣️ Open/Closed (Road Accessibility Over the Year)

Unlike the very high Alpine cols that are closed in winter due to snow, Col de Maure’s elevation (~1346 m) means:

🌼 Spring – Summer – Autumn (April – October):

The pass is usually open for cycling and road vehicles once winter snow melts and local authorities clear/maintain the road.
Exact opening dates vary year-to-year depending on winter snowfall and spring weather, but generally by late April to May, snow is gone and roads are rideable.

❄️ Late Autumn – Winter (Late October – March/April):

Snow and ice can make the pass dangerous or impassable for road cycling and driving.
Official closures aren’t always published centrally, but Alpine road passes at this altitude typically become unsafe after the first significant snowfalls and may remain unmaintained until spring.

⚠️ Summary Accessibility Pattern (Typical Alpine Minor Road):

Closed or risky: ~late October → April (depending on snow)
Likely open: ~May → October
Note: Early/late season openings can change year to year based on weather.

🌦️ Typical Weather Patterns for Cyclists

🧊 Winter (Dec – Feb)

Temperatures often around or below freezing at the pass summit overnight.
Snow and ice cover common; not recommended for road cycling.
Strong winds and unstable weather frequent at elevation.
Roads may be unplowed or closed.

🌼 Spring (Mar – May)

Variable conditions: some days mild, others cold with residual snow at altitude.
Snow usually melts later in spring, and roads become reliably rideable May onward, but late snowstorms are possible.
Temperatures climb gradually — cool at dawn, warmer midday.

☀️ Summer (Jun – Aug)

Best cycling season with warm days and long daylight.
Afternoon thunderstorms can develop quickly — common in mountains.
Nights and mornings still cool (~5–10 °C at elevation).
Good window for classic Alpine rides.

🍁 Autumn (Sep – Oct)

Stable weather early in fall; cooling temperatures.
Autumn colors and generally dry roads.
First snowfalls typically Oct–Nov start making conditions marginal.
Rapid temperature swings possible.

Weather experience summary for cyclists:

Expect cool to warm days in summer, cold nights, occasional thunderstorms.
Transition seasons have variable weather — layers and gear essential.
Snow risk at higher elevation persists into late spring.

🚴 What Cyclists Should Expect in a Ride

Gradient & ride feel:

Col de Maure climb from Selonnet: ~9.8 km with gentle average gradient (~2.8–3 %) — accessible for many trained riders.
Lower traffic than bigger Alpine passes — quieter and peaceful.
Road quality is generally good asphalt, but watch for gravel, debris or wet patches after rain.

Seasonal comfort:

Summer: ideal — warm but not extreme; great views.
Spring/Autumn: require layers and rain/wind protection.
Winter: not recommended for cycling on roads.

🧭 Short Summary for Cyclists

Col de Maure (1346 m) is a moderately high alpine pass in southeastern France.

🗓️ Best riding season: May through October — roads usually cleared and weather generally favourable.
❄️ Off-season (Nov–Apr): snow and ice make the pass risky or closed for cycling.
🌦️ Weather changes quickly — summers are pleasant, spring and autumn are variable.
🚴 Road is gentle and quieter than major Tour-de-France cols, great for enjoyable Alpine cycling.

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Next 7 Days

Wed

11 Mar

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Rain showers

06:53 — 18:34

8° / 0°

Precipitation 2 mm

Humidity 95 %

Thu

12 Mar

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Rain showers

06:52 — 18:36

10° / 0°

Precipitation 2 mm

Humidity 100 %

Fri

13 Mar

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Overcast

06:50 — 18:37

10° / 1°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 85 %

Sat

14 Mar

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Snow

06:48 — 18:38

4° / -3°

Precipitation 28 mm

Humidity 99 %

Sun

15 Mar

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Snow

06:46 — 18:40

9° / -3°

Precipitation 2 mm

Humidity 99 %

Mon

16 Mar

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06:44 — 18:41

8° / -1°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 91 %

Tue

17 Mar

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06:42 — 18:42

11° / 2°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 77 %

Climate Overview

Month	Temp Day	Temp Night	Sunny Days	Sun Hours	Rain Days	Precipitation	Humidity	UV Index	Day Length
Jan	6°C	-4°C	22	6.2h	17	140 mm	75 %	2	9h 17m
Feb	8°C	-4°C	24	8.3h	7	21 mm	73 %	3	10h 28m
Mar	10°C	-3°C	27	9.8h	15	121 mm	70 %	4	11h 57m
Apr	14°C	1°C	27	10.7h	21	137 mm	68 %	5	13h 29m
May	16°C	4°C	31	12.7h	20	134 mm	65 %	6	14h 48m
Jun	25°C	12°C	29	14.1h	13	50 mm	67 %	7	15h 28m
Jul	23°C	11°C	31	14.0h	10	44 mm	66 %	8	15h 8m
Aug	24°C	12°C	28	12.3h	12	82 mm	68 %	7	13h 58m
Sep	18°C	7°C	28	10.8h	12	74 mm	70 %	5	12h 29m
Oct	14°C	3°C	24	8.8h	11	99 mm	72 %	4	10h 57m
Nov	9°C	-2°C	24	7.5h	13	95 mm	76 %	2	9h 36m
Dec	8°C	-3°C	22	6.4h	11	69 mm	77 %	2	8h 54m