Kerlingarfjöll Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kerlingarfjöll
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This is the Snow Forecast for Kerlingarfjöll, Iceland for 15 days from 24 April.
Updated 23 April 2025 23:32 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 14cm 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kerlingarfjöll.
Forecast for today in Kerlingarfjöll
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear sky, fog later.
Kerlingarfjöll has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Kerlingarfjöll Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Kerlingarfjöll 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | |
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| Wind | SE F5 | SE F6 | SE F3 | S F3 | |||
| 1,150m 3,773ft | 0℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
 +1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
 +8cm +3in
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| SE F6 | SE F6 | SE F2 | SW F2 | S F3 | |||
| 1,025m 3,363ft | 0℃ 33°F
| 1℃ 34°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 | 0℃ 32°F
+1cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm +1in
|
| SE F6 | SE F6 | SE F4 | SE F3 | ||||
| 900m 2,953ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+3cm +1in
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| Snow Line | varying 989m 3,245ft | varying 909m 2,982ft | varying 989m 3,245ft | 900m 2,953ft | |||
| Max Town | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | 1℃ 34°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 32°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 25°F | 0℃ 32°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°F | -1℃ 30°F | -3℃ 26°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.
Kerlingarfjöll 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.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fog, clear sky, fog later.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then drizzle, rain later.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
26
up to 1cm New Snow
Rain showers, drizzle, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 989m 3,245ft to 949m 3,114ft , with rain below.
Max 2℃ 35°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 2℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, light snow later.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
29
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow first, clear spells then fair, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 989m 3,245ft to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ 26°F and not getting above 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
30
3cm to 8cm 1in to 3in New Snow
Light snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Kerlingarfjöll, 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 Kerlingarfjöll, 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.
Kerlingarfjöll Snow Forecast updated at 23:32 BST, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kerlingarfjöll
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kerlingarfjöll, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kerlingarfjöll, 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 Kerlingarfjöll 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 Kerlingarfjöll 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 Kerlingarfjöll 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.