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Vatra Dornei Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Vatra Dornei Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 13:43 BST

Snow Forecast for Vatra Dornei

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Vatra Dornei Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Vatra Dornei?

Vatra Dornei Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,029m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Vatra Dornei.

Forecast for today in Vatra Dornei

Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 5℃ 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
18

Snow unlikely

ClearLt DrizzleLt DrizzleShwrs

Clear sky, light drizzle, rain showers later.

Forecast times for Vatra Dornei are in Bucharest (Europe/Bucharest) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Vatra Dornei from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
WindNW F2SE F3NE F2
1,251m 4,104ft
14℃ 57°F
Lt Drizzle
14℃ 57°F
Cloud
15℃ 59°F
Lt Drizzle
15℃ 58°F
Shwrs
13℃ 55°F
Shwrs
15℃ 59°F
Clear
15℃ 60°F
Fair
NW F2SE F3NE F2
1,029m 3,374ft
15℃ 59°F
Lt Drizzle
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
16℃ 61°F
Lt Drizzle
16℃ 60°F
Shwrs
14℃ 57°F
Shwrs
16℃ 62°F
Clear
17℃ 62°F
Fair
NW F2SE F3NE F2
806m 2,644ft
17℃ 62°F
Lt Drizzle
17℃ 62°F
Cloud
18℃ 64°F
Lt Drizzle
17℃ 63°F
Shwrs
16℃ 60°F
Shwrs
18℃ 64°F
Clear
18℃ 65°F
Fair
Snow Line
Max Town 17℃ 62°F 17℃ 62°F 18℃ 64°F 17℃ 63°F 16℃ 60°F 18℃ 64°F 18℃ 65°F
Min Town 5℃ 41°F 9℃ 47°F 7℃ 45°F 8℃ 47°F 12℃ 53°F 8℃ 46°F 7℃ 44°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 Reliability

Vatra Dornei typically sees snow depths of 50-120 cm during peak season, with consistent snowfall between December and March. To ensure optimal conditions, check the latest snow information on J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vatra Dornei

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