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Valdres Snow Forecast - 18th April 2026

Valdres Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 April 2026 01:47 BST

Snow Forecast for Valdres

Snow and Weather from 18 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Valdres Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Valdres?

Valdres Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (880m)
Next Snow Expected19 April
Next Snow Amount 1cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 1cm 1in
Next 7 Days 2cm 1in

Forecast for today in Valdres

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Sat
18

Snow unlikely

Light SnowLt DrizzleShwrsCloud

Light snow first, light drizzle then rain showers, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Valdres are in Oslo (Europe/Oslo) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Valdres from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Fri
24
Wind
1,060m 3,478ft
2℃ 36°F
Light Snow
2℃ 35°F
Light Snow
+1cm +1in
4℃ 40°F
Clear
6℃ 44°F
Clear
7℃ 44°F
Clear
8℃ 47°F
Mixed
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
880m 2,887ft
3℃ 38°F
Light Snow
3℃ 37°F
Light Snow
+1cm +1in
5℃ 42°F
Clear
8℃ 46°F
Clear
8℃ 46°F
Clear
10℃ 49°F
Mixed
4℃ 39°F
Cloud
700m 2,297ft
4℃ 39°F
Light Snow
4℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+1cm
6℃ 43°F
Clear
8℃ 47°F
Clear
9℃ 47°F
Clear
10℃ 51°F
Mixed
5℃ 40°F
Cloud
Snow Line

700m 2,297ft

varying 762m 2,500ft
to 700m 2,297ft

Max Town 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 38°F 6℃ 43°F 8℃ 47°F 9℃ 47°F 10℃ 51°F 5℃ 40°F
Min Town -1℃ 30°F 1℃ 33°F -2℃ 27°F -8℃ 18°F -6℃ 21°F -5℃ 23°F -5℃ 23°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.

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Snow Forecast near Valdres

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Valdres
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Hemsedal 17cm 7in 17cm 7in
Beitostølen 4cm 1in 4cm 1in
Aurdal Fagernes Vaset 2cm 1in 3cm 1in
Valdres Alpinsenter Aurdal 3cm 1in 3cm 1in
Gol 1cm - 1cm -

Snow Reliability

Valdres enjoys reliable snow conditions, with a typical snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski to ensure optimal skiing conditions throughout your visit.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valdres

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Valdres, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Valdres, 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 Valdres 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 Valdres 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 Valdres 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.