Kuusamo Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kuusamo
This is the Snow Forecast for Kuusamo, Finland for 16 days from 13 December.
Updated 13 December 2025 02:35 GMT.
Forecast times for Kuusamo are in Eastern European Time (Europe/Helsinki).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kuusamo.
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Kuusamo Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Kuusamo?
| Next Snow Expected | 14 December |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
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Forecast for today in Kuusamo
Max -13℃ 9°F
Min -20℃ -4°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -20℃ -4°F and not getting above -13℃ 9°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Kuusamo has 8cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Kuusamo Snow Report
Snow report from Ruka (near Kuusamo)
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| Sat 13 | Sun 14 | Mon 15 | Tue 16 | Wed 17 | Thu 18 | Fri 19 | |
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| Wind | SE F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | |||
| 492m 1,614ft | -14℃ 7°F
| -10℃ 14°F
 +1cm
| -3℃ 27°F
 +6cm +3in
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
 +1cm
| -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
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| SE F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||
| 378m 1,239ft | -13℃ 8°F
| -9℃ 15°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 29°F
+6cm +3in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
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| SE F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||
| 263m 863ft | -13℃ 9°F
| -8℃ 17°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 29°F
+6cm +3in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
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| Snow Line | 263m 863ft | 263m 863ft | 263m 863ft | varying 359m 1,178ft | 263m 863ft | 263m 863ft | |
| Max Town | -13℃ 9°F | -8℃ 17°F | -1℃ 29°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 33°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | -20℃ -4°F | -20℃ -4°F | -8℃ 17°F | -3℃ 27°F | -2℃ 28°F | -6℃ 22°F | -6℃ 22°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.
Snow Forecast near Kuusamo
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruka | 5cm 2in | 11cm 4in |
Snow Reliability
Kuusamo typically enjoys a reliable snow cover, with average snow depths reaching up to 100 centimeters throughout the season. The snowfall is consistent, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current conditions and snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kuusamo
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kuusamo, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kuusamo, 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 Kuusamo 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 Kuusamo 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 Kuusamo 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.