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Chepelare Snow Forecast - 29th April 2026

Chepelare Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 29 April 2026 20:46 BST

Snow Forecast for Chepelare

Snow and Weather from 29 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Chepelare Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Chepelare?

Chepelare Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,510m)
Next Snow Expected30 April
Next Snow Amount 7cm 3in
Next 48 Hours 10cm 4in
Next 7 Days 17cm 7in

Forecast for today in Chepelare

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
29

Snow unlikely

FairShwrsLt DrizzleMixed

Fair first, rain showers then light drizzle, clear spells later.

Forecast times for Chepelare are in Sofia (Europe/Sofia) time zone.

Powder Alert!

Powder Alarm issued 29 April 2026 20:48 BST

Powder Possible :- 15cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Chepelare over the next 3 days.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Chepelare from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Wed
29
Thu
30
Fri
01
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
WindNE F2SE F2SE F2
1,870m 6,135ft
11℃ 51°F
Lt Drizzle
5℃ 41°F
Snow
+9cm +3in
-2℃ 29°F
Cloud
+3cm +1in
-1℃ 31°F
Snow
+6cm +2in
-1℃ 29°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
4℃ 38°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Fair
NE F2SE F2SE F2
1,510m 4,954ft
13℃ 56°F
Lt Drizzle
8℃ 46°F
Snow
+7cm +3in
1℃ 34°F
Cloud
+3cm +1in
2℃ 36°F
Snow
+5cm +2in
1℃ 34°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
6℃ 43°F
Clear
9℃ 48°F
Fair
NE F2SE F2SE F2
1,150m 3,773ft
15℃ 59°F
Lt Drizzle
10℃ 49°F
Snow
+2cm +1in
3℃ 38°F
Cloud
+2cm +1in
4℃ 39°F
Snow
+4cm +1in
3℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
8℃ 47°F
Clear
11℃ 51°F
Fair
Snow Line

varying 1,612m 5,289ft
to 1,150m 3,773ft

varying 1,365m 4,478ft
to 1,150m 3,773ft

varying 1,519m 4,984ft
to 1,150m 3,773ft

varying 1,427m 4,682ft
to 1,150m 3,773ft

Max Town 15℃ 59°F 10℃ 49°F 3℃ 38°F 4℃ 39°F 3℃ 38°F 8℃ 47°F 11℃ 51°F
Min Town 5℃ 40°F 1℃ 34°F -1℃ 30°F -4℃ 25°F -2℃ 29°F -4℃ 24°F 1℃ 33°F

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

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Snow Forecast near Chepelare

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Chepelare
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayWeThFrSaSuMoTu
Pamporovo 13cm 5in 14cm 5in

Snow Reliability

Chepelare typically experiences reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Chepelare

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Chepelare, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Chepelare, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Chepelare is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Chepelare will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Chepelare for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.