Ål Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 May 2026 13:41 BST
Snow Forecast for Ål
Snow and Weather from 11 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Ål Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Ål?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
Forecast for today in Ål
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 6℃ 43°F
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11
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Ål are in Oslo (Europe/Oslo) time zone.
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| Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 980m 3,215ft | 3℃ 37°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
|
| 735m 2,411ft | 5℃ 41°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 8℃ 47°F
+2cm +1in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 47°F
|
| 490m 1,608ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 50°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 721m 2,365ft | 613m 2,011ft | varying 767m 2,516ft | varying 721m 2,365ft | |||
| Max Town | 6℃ 43°F | 11℃ 51°F | 11℃ 51°F | 5℃ 41°F | 10℃ 49°F | 9℃ 48°F | 10℃ 50°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 28°F | -2℃ 28°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 32°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.
Snow Forecast near Ål
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemsedal | 3cm 1in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Geilo | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Nesbyen | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Vestlia | 3cm 1in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Dagali Fjellpark | 3cm 1in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Ål Skisenter | 1cm - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Gol | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Ål typically enjoys good snow reliability with an average snow depth of 50 to 100 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall throughout winter ensures excellent conditions, but for the latest snow info, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ål
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ål, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ål, 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 Ål 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 Ål 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 Ål 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.