Coma Pedrosa | TravelDojo

Coma Pedrosa at a Glance#

Address: Coma Pedrosa, La Massana, Andorra (mountain/peak)

About Coma Pedrosa#

Coma Pedrosa is the highest mountain in the principality of Andorra, reaching an elevation of 2,942 metres. It is a prominent peak in the western Pyrenees and a national high point.

The mountain is a popular objective for hikers and mountaineers with marked routes to the summit that offer high-alpine scenery and panoramic views across the Pyrenees. Trails vary in length and difficulty, with common approaches beginning at valley trailheads in La Massana and nearby villages.

Coma Pedrosa has long been recognised as Andorra’s highest summit and has served as an alpine destination for local shepherding, mountain travel and recreational climbing through the 19th and 20th centuries.

Located in the parish of La Massana in northwestern Andorra, the peak sits within the Pyrenean massif and is reachable from nearby mountain villages and trailheads.

Elevation: Highest point in Andorra at 2,942 metres, making it the country’s summit target for hikers and peak-baggers.

Tips for Visiting Coma Pedrosa#

Begin the ascent early from the main trailhead in La Massana/Arinsal to avoid afternoon storms and to give yourself time for the long, steep climb and descent.
Check conditions and refuge availability at the Refugi de Coma Pedrosa (the mountain refuge) before setting out-keepers and local guides can advise on snow, trail conditions and safe routes.
If you're not an experienced high-mountain hiker, consider booking a local guide for the summit push; the route is strenuous and route-finding can be tricky in poor visibility.

Best Time to Visit Coma Pedrosa#

Best climbed in summer (July-September) when routes are most likely to be snow-free and accessible.

Summer (Best for ascent)

Jul-Sep · 0-15°C (summit/upper slopes generally cool)

Most reliable period for snow-free routes and safer conditions for climbing or long hikes to the summit.

Late spring / Early summer

May-Jun · -5-10°C

Snow often still present at higher elevations; routes can be technical or require mountaineering gear.

Winter

Dec-Mar · -15-0°C

Heavy snow and winter conditions make summit attempts technical and generally only for experienced mountaineers with appropriate equipment.

Weather & Climate near Coma Pedrosa#

Climate

Coma Pedrosa's climate is classified as Tundra - Tundra climate with cool summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -10°C to 17°C. Abundant rainfall (1623 mm/year), wettest in November.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustSeptember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

32°

Warmest Month

-22°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Poor	-10° - -4°	-16°	161 mm	partly cloudy	84%	9.7 m/s	0.2 low	9.3h
February	Poor	-10° - -4°	-16°	138 mm	partly cloudy	83%	9.6 m/s	0.4 low	10.4h
March	Poor	-9° - -2°	-13°	124 mm	partly cloudy	80%	8.5 m/s	0.8 moderate	11.8h
April	Poor	-7° - 0°	-11°	130 mm	partly cloudy	78%	7.8 m/s	1.2 high	13.2h
May	Poor	-3° - 6°	-4°	164 mm	partly cloudy	75%	7.2 m/s	1.5 very high	14.4h
June	Acceptable	0° - 12°	2°	121 mm	partly cloudy	69%	6.6 m/s	1.9 very high	15.1h
July	Good	4° - 17°	10°	76 mm	partly cloudy	63%	6.9 m/s	2.0 extreme	14.8h
August	Good	5° - 17°	11°	90 mm	partly cloudy	63%	7.1 m/s	1.7 very high	13.7h
September	Acceptable	1° - 12°	3°	109 mm	partly cloudy	70%	7.1 m/s	1.2 high	12.3h
October	Poor	-2° - 6°	-4°	165 mm	partly cloudy	77%	8.1 m/s	0.7 moderate	10.9h
November	Poor	-6° - 0°	-11°	182 mm	partly cloudy	84%	9.4 m/s	0.3 low	9.6h
December	Poor	-9° - -3°	-14°	163 mm	partly cloudy	83%	9.7 m/s	0.2 low	9.0h