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Detailed cycling weather forecast for Col des Montets. See wind direction, temperature and rain along the entire climb and descent.
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Pass Information
1,461m
Elevation
Current status:
closed
Opening Period:
Ganzjährig offen
Current Conditions
Closed for all vehicles due to avalanche danger.
Wed
11 Mar
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Snow showers
06:52
—
18:32
6°
/
1°
Precipitation
7 mm
Humidity
92 %
Seasonal conditions
Winter (December–March)
- Road status: Typically closed due to snow and avalanche risk.
- Weather: Persistent snow cover, frequent storms, sub-zero temperatures.
- Cycling: Not feasible.
Spring (April–May)
- Road status: Often closed in April, reopens gradually in May depending on snowpack.
- Weather: Unstable. Melting snow, cold mornings, possible snowfall even late May.
- Cycling expectations: Wet road, debris from winter, temperatures near 0–10 °C at the top. Winter kit still required.
Summer (June–August)
- Road status: Fully open.
- Weather: Mild to warm in valleys, cooler at the summit.
- Typical summit temperatures: ~10–18 °C
- Risks: Fast-forming thunderstorms, short but intense rain, sudden temperature drops.
- Cycling expectations: Best period overall. Windbreaker or light jacket recommended even on sunny days.
Autumn (September–November)
- Road status: Open in September, possible closure from October after first heavy snowfalls.
- Weather: Clear but cooler in September; increasingly cold and wet in October.
- Cycling expectations: Excellent visibility in early autumn, but cold descents and early snow are real risks late season.
Wind, rain, and microclimate notes
- Weather can change rapidly within an hour.
- Fog and low clouds are common due to orographic lift.
- Descents can feel significantly colder than climbs because of wind chill.
Practical advice for cyclists
- Always carry an extra layer, even in midsummer.
- Expect colder conditions than forecasted valley temperatures.
- Check local road status close to your ride date, especially in May and October.
Short summary
Col des Montets is generally rideable from late May to late September. Summer offers the most reliable conditions, while spring and autumn bring cold, wet, and changeable weather with possible closures. Winter riding is not possible due to snow.
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Weather Forecast
Next 7 Days
Wed
11 Mar
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Snow showers
06:52
—
18:32
6°
/
1°
Precipitation
7 mm
Humidity
92 %
Thu
12 Mar
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Snow showers
06:50
—
18:33
6°
/
0°
Precipitation
6 mm
Humidity
97 %
Fri
13 Mar
foggy
Fog
06:48
—
18:34
9°
/
-3°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
100 %
Sat
14 Mar
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Snow
06:46
—
18:36
4°
/
-5°
Precipitation
16 mm
Humidity
94 %
Sun
15 Mar
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Snow
06:44
—
18:37
4°
/
-5°
Precipitation
7 mm
Humidity
91 %
Mon
16 Mar
foggy
Fog
06:42
—
18:38
3°
/
-5°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
100 %
Tue
17 Mar
cloud
Overcast
06:40
—
18:40
8°
/
0°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
91 %
Climate Overview
Climate Overview
| Month |
Temp Day
|
Temp Night
|
Sunny Days
|
Sun Hours
|
Rain Days
|
Precipitation
|
Humidity
|
UV Index
|
Day Length
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4°C | -6°C | 20 | 6.0h | 19 | 198 mm | 75 % | 2 | 9h 7m |
| Feb | 5°C | -5°C | 21 | 8.0h | 12 | 50 mm | 73 % | 3 | 10h 22m |
| Mar | 7°C | -4°C | 28 | 9.7h | 14 | 46 mm | 70 % | 4 | 11h 56m |
| Apr | 10°C | 0°C | 27 | 11.2h | 10 | 126 mm | 68 % | 5 | 13h 34m |
| May | 13°C | 3°C | 28 | 11.1h | 24 | 149 mm | 65 % | 6 | 14h 58m |
| Jun | 23°C | 9°C | 30 | 13.8h | 18 | 70 mm | 67 % | 7 | 15h 41m |
| Jul | 19°C | 9°C | 30 | 12.8h | 25 | 168 mm | 66 % | 8 | 15h 19m |
| Aug | 22°C | 10°C | 30 | 12.2h | 17 | 130 mm | 68 % | 7 | 14h 5m |
| Sep | 17°C | 7°C | 24 | 9.3h | 20 | 190 mm | 70 % | 5 | 12h 31m |
| Oct | 12°C | 2°C | 23 | 8.0h | 12 | 163 mm | 72 % | 4 | 10h 53m |
| Nov | 6°C | -3°C | 19 | 6.4h | 12 | 141 mm | 76 % | 2 | 9h 27m |
| Dec | 5°C | -4°C | 24 | 6.9h | 11 | 33 mm | 77 % | 2 | 8h 42m |