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Detailed cycling weather forecast for Col du Noyer. See wind direction, temperature and rain along the entire climb and descent.

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Pass Information

1,664m
Elevation
Current status: closed
Opening Period: Ganzjährig offen
Current Conditions
The D17 road from Village du Noyer to Carrefour RD 17 is closed from November 20, 2025, until approximately April 3, 2026, due to the annual winter closure.
Wed
11 Mar
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Snow
06:55 — 18:36
5° / 0°
Precipitation 8 mm
Humidity 99 %

🗻 General Climate & Weather Conditions
🌦 Seasonal Weather Patterns
  • Winter & early spring (Nov–Apr):
    Snow and cold dominate at high altitude. Roads are generally closed to traffic due to snow, and conditions make cycling impractical or unsafe. Heavy snow cover typically persists well into spring at 1 600 m altitude. 
  • Late spring (Apr–May):
    Transition period with snow melt. Snow can linger in shady sections late into May depending on winter snowfall. Roads are usually closed early in the season and then cleared progressively as temperatures rise. 
  • Summer (Jun–Aug):
    Best cycling weather overall — warmest temperatures, long daylight, and generally snow‑free roads. June through early October is the core cycling season for high passes in these parts of the Alps. 
  • Autumn (Sep–Oct):
    Days shorten and temperatures fall. Early autumn can still be very pleasant for cycling, but weather becomes more variable and the first snowfalls can occur late in the season, potentially leading to early closures. 
🌡 Temperature & Weather Notes
  • Temperatures drop significantly with altitude: in summer, if it’s warm in the valley, it can be much cooler at the pass summit — a rule of thumb is ~6.5 °C drop per 1000 m gain. 
  • Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the Alps during summer, especially July–August. 
  • Weather can change quickly at altitude — prepare for sudden wind, rain, or even snow late in the season. 
🚴 Road Opening / Closing — Typical Cycling Season
Most alpine passes follow a seasonal opening schedule because snow makes roads impassable in winter. Col du Noyer, at ~1664 m, falls into the “moderately high” Alpine category.
📅 Typical Yearly Cycle
Time of YearStatusNov–Mar | ❌ Closed due to snow and unsafe conditions
Early Apr | Road may start being cleared — still unreliable and often snow‑covered
Mid–Late Apr | Roads increasingly open as snow melt progresses, conditions improving
May | Usually fully open by late May / early June (annual variability depending on snowfall)
Jun–Sep | 👍 Fully open and best time for cycling
Oct | 🚧 Can remain open early in month — watch for early snow/precipitation that might close high passes
Key point: Col du Noyer usually becomes reliably open from late spring (around May) through early autumn (October), with main cycling season roughly June–September. 
🚵‍♂️ Cycling Conditions & Tips by Season
🌞 Late Spring / Early Summer (May–June)
  • Roads generally become snow‑free and open by late May.
  • Cooler summit temperatures early in season; bring a light jacket.
  • Snowmelt might leave wet patches — be cautious early in the morning.
☀️ Peak Summer (July–August)
  • Best cycling months — warm, stable weather, long days.
  • Watch for afternoon thunderstorms; descending in wet conditions can be cold.
  • Roads are clear; crowds moderate compared to the most famous Tour de France cols. 
🍁 Autumn (September–October)
  • Great weather early autumn — pleasant temps and fewer riders.
  • Weather gets unpredictable later in October; snow can close passes early some years.
❄️ Winter (Nov–Apr)
  • Not suitable for cycling — roads snow‑covered and closed.
  • Pass is generally inaccessible or unsafe.
📌 Special Notes
  • There’s a local “Cols réservés” event where the road can be reserved for cyclists (e.g., one morning in August) — but this is not a year‑round opening schedule. 
  • Always check local department road status before your ride; Alpine weather and snow conditions vary year‑to‑year.
🧠 Short Summary for Cyclists
  • 🗓 Best time to cycle Col du Noyer: June through September — roads fully clear of snow and climbing conditions more stable. 
  • ⛔ Winter & early spring: snow‑closed, unsafe for cycling. 
  • 🌦 Weather changes quickly: warm valley weather doesn’t guarantee warm, dry conditions at summit; always prepare layers and waterproof gear. 
  • 🚴 Early/late season caution: wet patches, residual snow, and cooler temps can persist — check local road updates before setting out.

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Weather Forecast

Next 7 Days

Wed
11 Mar
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Snow
06:55 — 18:36
5° / 0°
Precipitation 8 mm
Humidity 99 %
Thu
12 Mar
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Snow showers
06:53 — 18:37
6° / -1°
Precipitation 1 mm
Humidity 97 %
Fri
13 Mar
cloud
Overcast
06:51 — 18:39
8° / 1°
Precipitation 0 mm
Humidity 93 %
Sat
14 Mar
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Snow
06:50 — 18:40
1° / -5°
Precipitation 16 mm
Humidity 99 %
Sun
15 Mar
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Snow
06:48 — 18:41
2° / -5°
Precipitation 0 mm
Humidity 86 %
Mon
16 Mar
cloud
Overcast
06:46 — 18:42
4° / -3°
Precipitation 0 mm
Humidity 90 %
Tue
17 Mar
cloud
Overcast
06:44 — 18:44
8° / -2°
Precipitation 0 mm
Humidity 98 %

Climate Overview

Climate Overview

Month
Day Temperature Temp Day
Night Temperature Temp Night
Sunny Days Sunny Days
Sun Hours Sun Hours
Rain Days Rain Days
Precipitation Precipitation
Humidity Humidity
UV Index UV Index
Day Length Day Length
Jan 1°C -8°C 15 5.7h 18 218 mm 75 % 2 9h 16m
Feb 4°C -5°C 23 7.9h 9 34 mm 73 % 3 10h 27m
Mar 6°C -3°C 25 9.0h 14 103 mm 70 % 4 11h 57m
Apr 11°C 0°C 27 10.6h 19 159 mm 68 % 5 13h 30m
May 12°C 2°C 30 12.6h 21 138 mm 65 % 6 14h 50m
Jun 21°C 9°C 30 14.0h 18 84 mm 67 % 7 15h 30m
Jul 19°C 8°C 31 13.6h 18 92 mm 66 % 8 15h 9m
Aug 21°C 9°C 31 12.2h 8 53 mm 68 % 7 13h 59m
Sep 14°C 5°C 26 10.2h 14 103 mm 70 % 5 12h 30m
Oct 10°C 1°C 23 8.5h 15 155 mm 72 % 4 10h 57m
Nov 4°C -4°C 21 7.1h 14 136 mm 76 % 2 9h 35m
Dec 3°C -4°C 22 6.7h 10 48 mm 77 % 2 8h 52m