Vatra Dornei Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Vatra Dornei
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This is the Snow Forecast for Vatra Dornei, Romania for 16 days from 10 January.
Updated 10 January 2025 00:38 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 10 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm1in |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm2in |
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Forecast for today in Vatra Dornei
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
10
1cm to 3cmup to 1in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 819m2,687ft to resort level.
Vatra Dornei has 3cm1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Vatra Dornei Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Vatra Dornei 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 10 | Sat 11 | Sun 12 | Mon 13 | Tue 14 | Wed 15 | Thu 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 1,251m4,104ft | 5℃41°F
+3cm+1in
| -6℃22°F
 | -7℃20°F
| -8℃18°F
| -5℃22°F
| -6℃22°F
| -3℃26°F
 +1cm+1in
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,029m3,374ft | 6℃42°F
+2cm+1in
| -4℃25°F
| -5℃22°F
| -6℃20°F
| -4℃24°F
| -4℃26°F
| -1℃29°F
+1cm
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 806m2,644ft | 7℃45°F
+1cm
| -3℃27°F
| -4℃25°F
| -5℃23°F
| -3℃27°F
| -1℃31°F
+1cm
| 1℃34°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 819m2,687ft | 806m2,644ft | 806m2,644ft | 806m2,644ft | 806m2,644ft | ||
| Max Town | 7℃45°F | -3℃27°F | -4℃25°F | -5℃23°F | -3℃27°F | -1℃31°F | 1℃34°F |
| Min Town | -3℃26°F | -5℃23°F | -6℃21°F | -10℃13°F | -12℃11°F | -3℃26°F | -3℃27°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 at a glance
| Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Vatra Dornei.
Vatra Dornei 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
10
1cm to 3cmup to 1in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 819m2,687ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
13
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
14
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
15
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
16
up to 1cmup to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Vatra Dornei, Romania 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 Vatra Dornei, 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.
Vatra Dornei Snow Forecast updated at 00:38 GMT, next update expected imminently.
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, 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.