What are the cycling conditions like in La Tourne?

🚴♂️ Col de la Tourne – Basic Info Location: Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland (Jura Mountains). Elevation: ~1170 m above sea level. Road: Paved public road connecting Les Ponts‑de‑Martel to Rochefort / Montmollin . Cycling Profile: Moderate climb popular with road cyclists (~5–10 km depending on side, grades around ~6–7%, max ~10%). It’s not an Alpine pass (like Furka or Gotthard) but in the Jura range — lower altitude means easier winter access. ☀️ Weather & Seasonal Conditions The Jura region climate has mild summers and cool winters — typical summer highs around 20–25 °C and spring/autumn in the teens; winters are cold but not extreme at this altitude. Rain: Common in spring and summer afternoons — plan early starts to avoid showers. 🛣️ Pass Accessibility & Open/Close Status Unlike high Alpine passes, Col de la Tourne’s road usually stays open year‑round : Because it’s at ~1170 m in the Jura , it rarely closes for snow for long compared to high Alpine passes (2,000 m+) . Swiss mountain passes in higher Alps often open fully for cyclists from late May–June to October depending on snow clearance and weather conditions — roads are plowed by authorities before summer. The Tourne is not generally subject to seasonal closures like high Alpine passes — but local winter storms can still temporarily make it snowy or slippery , so check live data (e.g., local road authority or SwitzerlandMobility site) before you go. 🌦️ What to Expect on the Ride Spring – April to May Chilly mornings (single digits to low teens). Roads may have wet patches or occasional snow remnants early in spring — good rain jacket and warm layers recommended. Summer – June to August Ideal cycling weather with mild to warm temps and relatively stable conditions. Perfect season for the climb — but still expect rain showers or cool winds in shade/forest sections. Autumn – September to October Cooler days, stable roads , beautiful colours. Early autumn is often still excellent for cycling. Winter Snow and cold are possible , but the road usually remains accessible if cleared. Road surface can be wet/icy — winter gear and tyres recommended if riding this time. 🧠 Tips for Cyclists ✅ Always check updated weather forecasts before your ride (rain/wind/light). ✅ Early starts help avoid afternoon showers in spring/summer. ✅ Because it’s not extremely high, La Tourne is a good shoulder‑season climb compared to Alpine passes. ✅ For real‑time status (open/closed), use Swiss road authorities or SwitzerlandMobility resources. 📌 Short Summary Col de la Tourne in the Jura (Switzerland) is a year‑round accessible cycling climb (~1170 m) with moderate gradients and pleasant conditions in summer. Winters are cooler with potential snow, but unlike high Alpine passes, it’s rarely closed long. Expect mild summers , cool shoulder seasons , and occasional rain showers — ideal for cycling from late spring to early autumn.

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Pass Information

1,170m

Elevation

Current status: open

Opening Period: Ganzjährig offen

Current Conditions

La Tourne is open for all vehicles. Maximum gradient: 11%.

Wed

11 Mar

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Rain showers

06:53 — 18:32

7° / 2°

Precipitation 6 mm

Humidity 96 %

🚴‍♂️ Col de la Tourne – Basic Info

Location: Canton of Neuchâtel, Switzerland (Jura Mountains).
Elevation: ~1170 m above sea level.
Road: Paved public road connecting Les Ponts‑de‑Martel to Rochefort / Montmollin.
Cycling Profile: Moderate climb popular with road cyclists (~5–10 km depending on side, grades around ~6–7%, max ~10%).
It’s not an Alpine pass (like Furka or Gotthard) but in the Jura range — lower altitude means easier winter access.

☀️ Weather & Seasonal Conditions

The Jura region climate has mild summers and cool winters — typical summer highs around 20–25 °C and spring/autumn in the teens; winters are cold but not extreme at this altitude.
Rain: Common in spring and summer afternoons — plan early starts to avoid showers.

🛣️ Pass Accessibility & Open/Close Status

Unlike high Alpine passes, Col de la Tourne’s road usually stays open year‑round:

Because it’s at ~1170 m in the Jura, it rarely closes for snow for long compared to high Alpine passes (2,000 m+).
Swiss mountain passes in higher Alps often open fully for cyclists from late May–June to October depending on snow clearance and weather conditions — roads are plowed by authorities before summer.
The Tourne is not generally subject to seasonal closures like high Alpine passes — but local winter storms can still temporarily make it snowy or slippery, so check live data (e.g., local road authority or SwitzerlandMobility site) before you go.

🌦️ What to Expect on the Ride

Spring – April to May

Chilly mornings (single digits to low teens).
Roads may have wet patches or occasional snow remnants early in spring — good rain jacket and warm layers recommended.

Summer – June to August

Ideal cycling weather with mild to warm temps and relatively stable conditions.
Perfect season for the climb — but still expect rain showers or cool winds in shade/forest sections.

Autumn – September to October

Cooler days, stable roads, beautiful colours. Early autumn is often still excellent for cycling.

Winter

Snow and cold are possible, but the road usually remains accessible if cleared. Road surface can be wet/icy — winter gear and tyres recommended if riding this time.

🧠 Tips for Cyclists

✅ Always check updated weather forecasts before your ride (rain/wind/light).
✅ Early starts help avoid afternoon showers in spring/summer.
✅ Because it’s not extremely high, La Tourne is a good shoulder‑season climb compared to Alpine passes.
✅ For real‑time status (open/closed), use Swiss road authorities or SwitzerlandMobility resources.

📌 Short Summary

Col de la Tourne in the Jura (Switzerland) is a year‑round accessible cycling climb (~1170 m) with moderate gradients and pleasant conditions in summer. Winters are cooler with potential snow, but unlike high Alpine passes, it’s rarely closed long. Expect mild summers, cool shoulder seasons, and occasional rain showers — ideal for cycling from late spring to early autumn.

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Weather Forecast

Next 7 Days

Wed

11 Mar

water_drop

Rain showers

06:53 — 18:32

7° / 2°

Precipitation 6 mm

Humidity 96 %

Thu

12 Mar

water_drop

Light rain

06:51 — 18:33

6° / 0°

Precipitation 1 mm

Humidity 98 %

Fri

13 Mar

cloud

Overcast

06:49 — 18:35

10° / -1°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 88 %

Sat

14 Mar

water_drop

Rain showers

06:47 — 18:36

6° / -3°

Precipitation 15 mm

Humidity 99 %

Sun

15 Mar

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Snow

06:45 — 18:37

1° / -3°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 95 %

Mon

16 Mar

cloud

Overcast

06:43 — 18:39

4° / -2°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 95 %

Tue

17 Mar

cloud

Overcast

06:41 — 18:40

9° / 0°

Precipitation 0 mm

Humidity 94 %

Climate Overview

Month	Temp Day	Temp Night	Sunny Days	Sun Hours	Rain Days	Precipitation	Humidity	UV Index	Day Length
Jan	2°C	-4°C	19	5.4h	19	150 mm	75 %	2	9h 1m
Feb	4°C	-3°C	19	6.5h	12	70 mm	73 %	3	10h 19m
Mar	7°C	-1°C	25	8.5h	15	73 mm	70 %	4	11h 56m
Apr	11°C	2°C	26	10.5h	15	93 mm	68 %	5	13h 38m
May	13°C	5°C	24	10.6h	23	115 mm	65 %	6	15h 5m
Jun	21°C	11°C	28	13.1h	16	107 mm	67 %	7	15h 49m
Jul	18°C	10°C	29	12.4h	27	111 mm	66 %	8	15h 26m
Aug	20°C	11°C	29	11.7h	17	124 mm	68 %	7	14h 9m
Sep	14°C	7°C	22	8.6h	21	199 mm	70 %	5	12h 32m
Oct	9°C	3°C	21	7.0h	14	167 mm	72 %	4	10h 51m
Nov	5°C	-1°C	15	5.2h	16	171 mm	76 %	2	9h 22m
Dec	3°C	-2°C	18	5.4h	14	43 mm	77 %	2	8h 35m