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Detailed cycling weather forecast for Passo del Tonale. See wind direction, temperature and rain along the entire climb and descent.
✓ Open
Lombardy/Trentino, IT
Pass Information
1,883m
Elevation
8.0%
Max Gradient
27.0 km
Length
Current status:
open
Opening Period:
Ganzjährig offen
Wed
11 Mar
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Snow showers
06:38
—
18:17
1°
/
-1°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
100 %
🚴♂️ Road Status & Cycling Season
- Passo del Tonale (SS42) is a paved mountain pass linking Val Camonica (Lombardy) with Val di Sole (Trentino) and is generally open year‑round to traffic (bike or vehicle) as it’s an important regional route.
- For summer mountain biking / lift‑assisted descents (trail network), lifts equipped for bikes usually operate in summer — Bike Pass season typically runs from ~21 June to mid‑September each year.
- There’s no official winter closure for cyclists posted — but in winter and early spring the road may be icy, snowy, and dangerous, especially above ~1500 m, and services (cafés, refuges) may be limited.
🌦️ Current & Upcoming Weather (Winter)
❄️ Late January / Early February
- Temperatures are well below freezing (often around 0 °C to –7 °C and colder at night).
- Frequent snowfall and snow cover on the road is likely throughout the winter — including moderate to heavy snow at times.
- Forecasts show snow continuing or reoccurring over the next several days with variable clouds and limited sunshine.
Implication for cyclists in winter:
• Roads may be covered with snow/ice and slippery — studded tyres or fat bikes might be needed.
• Snow ploughs can keep the road passable for cars but the surface can remain icy/patchy.
⚠️ Cycling Safety Considerations in Current Conditions
- Low temperatures and snow/rain mix can make descents rapidly icy.
- Wind and changing weather at elevation can reduce comfort and make it feel much colder.
- Even if the pass is technically rideable, conditions are harsh for winter cycling, especially for road bikes without winter tyres.
📅 Typical Cycling Season
- Best cycling months (road and gravel) are generally late June through September, when snow has melted off and summer conditions prevail.
- During these months:
- Roads are clear and dry.
- Bike‑assisted lift options are operational.
- Weather is milder with more stable conditions.
🧠 Cyclist Tips
- Check real‑time weather and road cam before riding.
- In winter conditions, equip bikes for ice/snow (fat tyres or studded road tyres).
- Start early — mountain weather can worsen quickly — and carry warm layers.
- If road is snowy/icy, consider alternate lower‑elevation routes.
📝 Short Summary
Passo del Tonale is physically open year‑round and is a historic, paved cycling climb connecting Val Camonica and Val di Sole. However, current winter conditions (January/February) mean snow, ice, and very cold temperatures, making it challenging and potentially unsafe for regular road cycling. Snow cover and cold forecasts are expected to continue. For best cycling conditions, plan your ride during summer (late June–September) when the pass is clear, and summer infrastructure (bike lifts) is operating.
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Location
Weather Forecast
Next 7 Days
Wed
11 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:38
—
18:17
1°
/
-1°
Precipitation
1 mm
Humidity
100 %
Thu
12 Mar
water_drop
Rain showers
06:36
—
18:18
5°
/
-2°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
91 %
Fri
13 Mar
cloud
Overcast
06:34
—
18:20
5°
/
-2°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
100 %
Sat
14 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:32
—
18:21
2°
/
-1°
Precipitation
14 mm
Humidity
100 %
Sun
15 Mar
ac_unit
Snow showers
06:30
—
18:22
1°
/
-2°
Precipitation
12 mm
Humidity
96 %
Mon
16 Mar
foggy
Fog
06:28
—
18:24
4°
/
-2°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
99 %
Tue
17 Mar
cloud
Partly cloudy
06:26
—
18:25
4°
/
-4°
Precipitation
0 mm
Humidity
72 %
Climate Overview
Climate Overview
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| Jan | 0°C | -11°C | 17 | 5.6h | 16 | 150 mm | 75 % | 2 | 9h 6m |
| Feb | 2°C | -8°C | 18 | 7.0h | 11 | 42 mm | 73 % | 3 | 10h 22m |
| Mar | 3°C | -7°C | 23 | 8.8h | 14 | 105 mm | 70 % | 4 | 11h 56m |
| Apr | 7°C | -2°C | 25 | 10.6h | 16 | 105 mm | 68 % | 5 | 13h 35m |
| May | 9°C | 0°C | 27 | 11.2h | 13 | 96 mm | 65 % | 6 | 14h 59m |
| Jun | 19°C | 8°C | 29 | 13.7h | 20 | 35 mm | 67 % | 7 | 15h 43m |
| Jul | 17°C | 8°C | 30 | 12.6h | 23 | 132 mm | 66 % | 8 | 15h 20m |
| Aug | 18°C | 9°C | 29 | 12.0h | 23 | 111 mm | 68 % | 7 | 14h 6m |
| Sep | 14°C | 5°C | 26 | 10.1h | 15 | 87 mm | 70 % | 5 | 12h 31m |
| Oct | 9°C | 1°C | 26 | 8.9h | 12 | 57 mm | 72 % | 4 | 10h 53m |
| Nov | 3°C | -7°C | 21 | 7.0h | 8 | 80 mm | 76 % | 2 | 9h 26m |
| Dec | 2°C | -7°C | 22 | 6.6h | 10 | 39 mm | 77 % | 2 | 8h 41m |