Bláfjöll Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bláfjöll
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Bláfjöll, Iceland for 16 days from 8 January.
Updated 08 January 2025 02:30 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 19cm8in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm- |
| Next 7 Days | 21cm8in |
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Forecast for today in Bláfjöll
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
08
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Bláfjöll has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Bláfjöll Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Bláfjöll 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 08 | Thu 09 | Fri 10 | Sat 11 | Sun 12 | Mon 13 | Tue 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | SW F4 |
| 700m2,297ft | -7℃19°F
+1cm
| -11℃13°F
 | -5℃22°F
 | -6℃21°F
| 4℃39°F
+1cm
| 1℃35°F
| 1℃34°F
|
| NW F4 | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | SW F4 | |
| 590m1,936ft | -7℃20°F
+1cm
| -10℃14°F
| -5℃24°F
| -5℃23°F
| 5℃40°F
+1cm
| 2℃36°F
| 2℃35°F
|
| NW F4 | SW F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | SW F4 | |
| 480m1,575ft | -6℃21°F
+1cm
| -9℃15°F
| -4℃25°F
| -4℃24°F
| 5℃42°F
| 3℃37°F
| 3℃36°F
|
| Snow Line | 480m1,575ft | varying 509m1,670ft | |||||
| Max Town | -6℃21°F | -9℃15°F | -4℃25°F | -4℃24°F | 5℃42°F | 3℃37°F | 3℃36°F |
| Min Town | -10℃14°F | -13℃8°F | -12℃10°F | -10℃15°F | -5℃23°F | -4℃25°F | -2℃29°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 at a glance
| Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bláfjöll.
Bláfjöll Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
08
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
09
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
12
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, snow showers then light drizzle, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 509m1,670ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Bláfjöll, Iceland gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Bláfjöll, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Bláfjöll Snow Forecast updated at 02:30 GMT, next update expected 05:00 GMT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bláfjöll
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bláfjöll, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bláfjöll, 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 Bláfjöll is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Bláfjöll 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 Bláfjöll 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.