What are the cycling conditions like in Col de Moissière?

🗓️ Typical Open / Closed Season (Road Access) Unlike the very highest Alpine cols (e.g., Galibier, Iseran), Col de Moissière is at moderate altitude, so its road is typically open seasonally from mid-April to mid-November . Approximate pattern: 🟢 April 15 – November 15: road is officially open (for cars + cyclists). ❄️ November – mid April: winter closure usually due to snow/ice. Alpine winter conditions make cycling here unsafe or impractical during these months. 👉 Note: precise open/close dates depend on snowpack and year-to-year weather; if there’s heavy spring snow, the pass may open later. And an early heavy winter storm in autumn can close it before the usual mid-Nov end of season. 🌦️ General Weather & Cycling Conditions Through the Year ❄️ Winter (Dec – Mar) Snow, ice, and very low temperatures at altitude. Roads may be closed and unsafe for cycling. Cycling here generally not recommended . 🌷 Spring (Apr – May) Apr–Mid May: temperatures still cool at altitude. Cold mornings, possible snow patches into May early season. Roads usually clear and open by mid-April if snow has melted. Variable weather; be ready for chilly conditions even in daytime. ☀️ Summer (Jun – Aug) Best cycling conditions: warmest temperatures with the lowest chance of snow. Afternoon thunderstorms can still develop quickly — common in the Alps. Expect cooler summit temps than valleys (as a rule ~6–7 °C cooler per 1 000 m ascent). This is the peak season for cycling Moissière: long days, often dry roads, reliable access. 🍂 Autumn (Sep – Nov) Sept – Oct: generally pleasant cycling with cooler temperatures; good window for late-season rides. Early Nov: increasing risk of snow and ice; roads may close mid-month. Weather becomes more changeable; mornings can be cold. ☀️ Climate Summary Cyclists Should Know Temperature: cool to mild summer temps, chilly spring/fall at the top. Rain & storms: afternoon thunderstorms are a known Alpine pattern in summer. Snow risk: snow can linger at altitude into late spring; early snow can return in autumn. Wind: mountain tops are more exposed; descents can feel colder with wind chill. 🚴 Practical Tips for Cyclists ✔ Best months to plan a ride: June through September ✔ Clothing: pack light layers and a wind/rain jacket even in summer ✔ Start early: afternoon storms are common — aim to descend before weather builds ✔ Check forecasts & local info: conditions can change fast in the mountains 📌 Summary (Short) Col de Moissière is generally open for cycling and traffic from about mid-April to mid-November each year, with best conditions in summer (June–August) . Expect highly variable mountain weather — generally warm in valleys but significantly cooler on the pass, with afternoon thunderstorms possible in summer and cold conditions in spring and autumn. Snow closes the pass in winter; always check the latest local updates before riding.

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Pass Information

1,571m

Elevation

Current status: closed

Opening Period: Ganzjährig offen

Current Conditions

D213T from Col de Moissière to Cabane ONF, the road is closed from 21/11/25 at 4:00 pm until approximately 3/04/26. Annual winter closure.

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11 Mar

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06:54 — 18:35

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🗓️ Typical Open / Closed Season (Road Access)

Unlike the very highest Alpine cols (e.g., Galibier, Iseran), Col de Moissière is at moderate altitude, so its road is typically open seasonally from mid-April to mid-November.

Approximate pattern:

🟢 April 15 – November 15: road is officially open (for cars + cyclists).
❄️ November – mid April: winter closure usually due to snow/ice. Alpine winter conditions make cycling here unsafe or impractical during these months.

👉 Note: precise open/close dates depend on snowpack and year-to-year weather; if there’s heavy spring snow, the pass may open later. And an early heavy winter storm in autumn can close it before the usual mid-Nov end of season.

🌦️ General Weather & Cycling Conditions Through the Year

❄️ Winter (Dec – Mar)

Snow, ice, and very low temperatures at altitude.
Roads may be closed and unsafe for cycling.
Cycling here generally not recommended.

🌷 Spring (Apr – May)

Apr–Mid May: temperatures still cool at altitude.
Cold mornings, possible snow patches into May early season.
Roads usually clear and open by mid-April if snow has melted.
Variable weather; be ready for chilly conditions even in daytime.

☀️ Summer (Jun – Aug)

Best cycling conditions: warmest temperatures with the lowest chance of snow.
Afternoon thunderstorms can still develop quickly — common in the Alps.
Expect cooler summit temps than valleys (as a rule ~6–7 °C cooler per 1 000 m ascent).
This is the peak season for cycling Moissière: long days, often dry roads, reliable access.

🍂 Autumn (Sep – Nov)

Sept – Oct: generally pleasant cycling with cooler temperatures; good window for late-season rides.
Early Nov: increasing risk of snow and ice; roads may close mid-month.
Weather becomes more changeable; mornings can be cold.

☀️ Climate Summary Cyclists Should Know

Temperature: cool to mild summer temps, chilly spring/fall at the top.
Rain & storms: afternoon thunderstorms are a known Alpine pattern in summer.
Snow risk: snow can linger at altitude into late spring; early snow can return in autumn.
Wind: mountain tops are more exposed; descents can feel colder with wind chill.

🚴 Practical Tips for Cyclists

✔ Best months to plan a ride: June through September
✔ Clothing: pack light layers and a wind/rain jacket even in summer
✔ Start early: afternoon storms are common — aim to descend before weather builds
✔ Check forecasts & local info: conditions can change fast in the mountains

📌 Summary (Short)

Col de Moissière is generally open for cycling and traffic from about mid-April to mid-November each year, with best conditions in summer (June–August). Expect highly variable mountain weather — generally warm in valleys but significantly cooler on the pass, with afternoon thunderstorms possible in summer and cold conditions in spring and autumn. Snow closes the pass in winter; always check the latest local updates before riding.

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Climate Overview

Month	Temp Day	Temp Night	Sunny Days	Sun Hours	Rain Days	Precipitation	Humidity	UV Index	Day Length
Jan	3°C	-4°C	20	6.1h	18	150 mm	75 %	2	9h 16m
Feb	6°C	-3°C	22	8.1h	8	20 mm	73 %	3	10h 27m
Mar	7°C	-3°C	25	9.5h	15	112 mm	70 %	4	11h 57m
Apr	12°C	1°C	27	10.6h	19	148 mm	68 %	5	13h 30m
May	14°C	4°C	29	12.7h	16	86 mm	65 %	6	14h 49m
Jun	22°C	11°C	29	14.0h	11	48 mm	67 %	7	15h 30m
Jul	21°C	10°C	31	14.0h	7	38 mm	66 %	8	15h 9m
Aug	22°C	11°C	29	12.2h	4	44 mm	68 %	7	13h 59m
Sep	15°C	7°C	27	10.4h	10	97 mm	70 %	5	12h 30m
Oct	11°C	3°C	24	8.7h	12	116 mm	72 %	4	10h 57m
Nov	6°C	-1°C	23	7.4h	11	93 mm	76 %	2	9h 35m
Dec	5°C	-2°C	22	6.6h	8	62 mm	77 %	2	8h 52m