Kerlingarfjöll Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kerlingarfjöll
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This is the Snow Forecast for Kerlingarfjöll, Iceland for 16 days from 30 June.
Updated 30 June 2025 19:37 BST.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Kerlingarfjöll. |
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 2℃ 36°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, light drizzle then fog, cloudy 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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Kerlingarfjöll 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 30 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F4 | SE F2 | |||
| 1,150m 3,773ft | 1℃ 34°F
 | 1℃ 33°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 38°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
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| NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F4 | S F3 | SW F2 | |||
| 1,025m 3,363ft | 2℃ 35°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 11℃ 51°F
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| NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F4 | S F3 | SE F3 | |||
| 900m 2,953ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 10℃ 50°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,089m 3,573ft | 900m 2,953ft | |||||
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 39°F | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 10℃ 50°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 28°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°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 2℃ 36°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, light drizzle then fog, cloudy later.
Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then cloudy later.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then light drizzle, rain showers later.
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then fair later.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Rain showers early, then fair later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
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 19:37 BST, next update expected 01:00 BST.
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.