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Detailed cycling weather forecast for Col du Labouret. See wind direction, temperature and rain along the entire climb and descent.
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Pass Information
1,240m
Elevation
Current status:
open
Opening Period:
Ganzjährig offen
Tue
28 Apr
cloud
Overcast
06:29
—
20:34
17°
/
5°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
95 %
🌦️ Typical Climate Around the Pass (Lower Alpine Climate)
The local climate near the pass (e.g., the nearby Ubaye Valley/Barcelonnette area) gives a good clue about conditions you’ll experience on the climb:
Warm season:
- June–September: warm to hot days in the valleys (~25–31 °C), cool nights at altitude.
- Summer afternoons often bring convective thunderstorms especially in July–August — typical of Alpine regions.
- Higher elevation climbs feel significantly cooler due to altitude (≈6–7 °C drop per 1,000 m).
Shoulder seasons:
- April–May & October: temperatures drop; spring melt/runoff and autumn rains increase unpredictability.
- Nights can approach freezing early spring and late autumn.
Winter:
- November–March: likely cold, with snow at and around the pass at ~1,200 m, making cycling unpleasant or unsafe without special equipment.
🚴♂️ Road Accessibility (Seasonal Expectation)
Col du Labouret’s road is a public connection (not a remote high Alpine col like Galibier), so:
- It doesn’t have official seasonal opening/closing dates like high passes; it’s generally rideable whenever the road isn’t obstructed.
- However, winter conditions (snow, ice) often make it impractical or unsafe for road cycling during late autumn through early spring.
- For planning, cyclists consider similar passes below ~1,500 m in the Alps open roughly April/May to October rides, with greatest reliability June–September.
Note: Always check local road/weather info before heading out — mountain weather can make a pass temporarily impassable even in “open” season.
📆 Month-by-Month Cyclist Expectations
MonthRideabilityTypical Conditions for Cyclists
Jan–Mar | ❌ Difficult | Snow & cold; risk of winter closures.
Apr–May | ⚠️ Variable | Cool temps, possible snowmelt, unstable weather.
Jun–Sep | ✅ Best | Warm to cool; frequent afternoon thunderstorms; best weather consistency.
Oct | ⚠️ Good → Poor | Cool; early snow possible later in month.
Nov–Dec | ❌ Difficult | Cold; snow likely; road may be icy.
Jan–Mar | ❌ Difficult | Snow & cold; risk of winter closures.
Apr–May | ⚠️ Variable | Cool temps, possible snowmelt, unstable weather.
Jun–Sep | ✅ Best | Warm to cool; frequent afternoon thunderstorms; best weather consistency.
Oct | ⚠️ Good → Poor | Cool; early snow possible later in month.
Nov–Dec | ❌ Difficult | Cold; snow likely; road may be icy.
(General Alpine pattern; exact conditions vary yearly. Consider this a planning guideline.)
🧠 What to Expect on the Ride
Temperature:
- Warm at the bottom; cooler near the crest (especially morning/evening).
Weather variability:
- Weather can flip from sun to storm quickly in mountains.
Rain & storms:
- Frequent summer afternoon thunderstorms are typical throughout the Alps including lower passes.
Road conditions:
- Generally paved and suitable for road bikes in good weather; winter conditions can deposit residual snow/ice.
🧭 Short Summary for Cyclists
Best cycling window for Col du Labouret:
→ Late May/Early June through September — warm temperatures, limited snow, generally best riding conditions.
→ Late May/Early June through September — warm temperatures, limited snow, generally best riding conditions.
Worst times:
→ Late autumn through early spring (Nov–Mar) — snow/ice make the pass impractical for most cyclists.
→ Late autumn through early spring (Nov–Mar) — snow/ice make the pass impractical for most cyclists.
What to expect during season:
- Warm valley starts, cool summit conditions.
- Afternoon thunderstorms in summer.
- Rapid weather changes possible any time of year.
Check weather on own route
Location
Weather Forecast
Next 7 Days
Tue
28 Apr
cloud
Overcast
06:29
—
20:34
17°
/
5°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
95 %
Wed
29 Apr
cloud
Overcast
06:28
—
20:35
18°
/
6°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
88 %
Thu
30 Apr
flash_on
Thunderstorm
06:26
—
20:36
16°
/
7°
Precipitation
8 mm
Humidity
98 %
Fri
01 May
foggy
Fog
06:25
—
20:37
15°
/
4°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
100 %
Sat
02 May
cloud
Overcast
06:24
—
20:39
17°
/
6°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
89 %
Sun
03 May
water_drop
Light rain
06:22
—
20:40
16°
/
7°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
91 %
Mon
04 May
flash_on
Thunderstorm
06:21
—
20:41
14°
/
9°
Precipitation
12 mm
Humidity
96 %
Climate Overview
Climate Overview
| Month |
Temp Day
|
Temp Night
|
Sunny Days
|
Sun Hours
|
Rain Days
|
Precipitation
|
Humidity
|
UV Index
|
Day Length
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 6°C | -2°C | 18 | 6.2h | 18 | 109 mm | 75 % | 2 | 9h 18m |
| Feb | 8°C | -3°C | 23 | 8.2h | 8 | 19 mm | 73 % | 3 | 10h 29m |
| Mar | 9°C | -2°C | 27 | 9.8h | 15 | 116 mm | 70 % | 4 | 11h 57m |
| Apr | 14°C | 2°C | 27 | 10.7h | 22 | 173 mm | 68 % | 5 | 13h 29m |
| May | 16°C | 5°C | 31 | 13.1h | 20 | 133 mm | 65 % | 6 | 14h 47m |
| Jun | 24°C | 13°C | 30 | 14.3h | 14 | 52 mm | 67 % | 7 | 15h 27m |
| Jul | 23°C | 11°C | 31 | 14.1h | 12 | 48 mm | 66 % | 8 | 15h 6m |
| Aug | 24°C | 12°C | 28 | 12.3h | 11 | 63 mm | 68 % | 7 | 13h 57m |
| Sep | 18°C | 8°C | 30 | 11.0h | 13 | 64 mm | 70 % | 5 | 12h 29m |
| Oct | 14°C | 4°C | 25 | 8.9h | 15 | 98 mm | 72 % | 4 | 10h 58m |
| Nov | 9°C | -1°C | 24 | 7.5h | 13 | 92 mm | 76 % | 2 | 9h 37m |
| Dec | 8°C | -2°C | 21 | 6.4h | 9 | 62 mm | 77 % | 2 | 8h 55m |