Galdhøpiggen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Galdhøpiggen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Galdhøpiggen, Norway for 16 days from 2 June.
Updated 02 June 2025 13:31 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 2 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm 8in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Galdhøpiggen.
Forecast for today in Galdhøpiggen
Max -1℃ 29°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 24°F and not getting above -1℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
02
4cm 2in New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Galdhøpiggen has 16cm 6in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Galdhøpiggen Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Galdhøpiggen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 02 | Tue 03 | Wed 04 | Thu 05 | Fri 06 | Sat 07 | Sun 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F5 | S F6 | SW F6 | ||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | -5℃ 24°F
+4cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+7cm +3in
| -4℃ 24°F
+5cm +2in
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
 | -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
|
| SW F4 | S F6 | SW F6 | |||||
| 2,025m 6,644ft | -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
+5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
+1cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 29°F
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
|
| SW F4 | S F5 | SW F6 | |||||
| 1,850m 6,070ft | -1℃ 29°F
+4cm +2in
| 1℃ 34°F
+7cm +3in
| -1℃ 29°F
+5cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
|
| Snow Line | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft | 1,850m 6,070ft |
| Max Town | -1℃ 29°F | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 29°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 24°F | -4℃ 25°F | -5℃ 23°F | -7℃ 19°F | -4℃ 24°F | -5℃ 24°F | -5℃ 24°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.
Galdhøpiggen 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℃ 29°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 24°F and not getting above -1℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
02
4cm 2in New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ 25°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
03
7cm 3in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 29°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 23°F and not getting above -1℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
04
5cm 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, snow showers then light snow, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -7℃ 19°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
05
1cm 1in New Snow
Fair first, snow showers then clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 24°F and not getting above 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
06
2cm 1in New Snow
Cloudy, clear sky, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃ 31°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 24°F and not getting above 0℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
07
Snow unlikely
Light snow, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ 24°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
08
1cm New Snow
Light snow early, then clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Galdhøpiggen, Norway 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 Galdhøpiggen, 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.
Galdhøpiggen Snow Forecast updated at 13:31 BST, next update expected 19:00 BST.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Galdhøpiggen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Galdhøpiggen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Galdhøpiggen, 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 Galdhøpiggen 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 Galdhøpiggen 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 Galdhøpiggen 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.