Bláfjöll Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bláfjöll
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This is the Snow Forecast for Bláfjöll, Iceland for 16 days from 29 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 19:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 30 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bláfjöll.
Forecast for today in Bláfjöll
Max 23°F
Min 8°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 8°F and not getting above 23°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
New Snow
Fair first, light snow then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Bláfjöll has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Bláfjöll Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Bláfjöll 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F4 | SE F4 | SW F5 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 |
| 2,297ft | 20°F
| 27°F
+1in
| 35°F
 | 39°F
 | 30°F
 | 33°F
 | 36°F
|
| SE F4 | SE F4 | SW F5 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |
| 1,936ft | 21°F
| 29°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 41°F
| 31°F
| 35°F
| 37°F
|
| SE F4 | SE F4 | SW F5 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | SW F3 | |
| 1,575ft | 23°F
| 30°F
+1in
| 37°F
| 42°F
| 33°F
| 36°F
| 38°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,575ft | 1,575ft | 1,575ft | varying 2,293ft | |||
| Max Town | 23°F | 30°F | 37°F | 42°F | 33°F | 36°F | 38°F |
| Min Town | 8°F | 22°F | 30°F | 26°F | 27°F | 26°F | 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.
Bláfjöll 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 23°F
Min 8°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 8°F and not getting above 23°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
New Snow
Fair first, light snow then snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 30°F
Min 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
1in New Snow
Light snow, heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 42°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
New Snow
Heavy snow showers, fair, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 27°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 27°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, snow showers, clear sky later.
Max 36°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 38°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Bláfjöll, Iceland 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 Bláfjöll, on any given trail 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.
Bláfjöll Snow Forecast updated at 19:32 PDT, next update expected 22:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bláfjöll
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bláfjöll, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bláfjöll, 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 Bláfjöll 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 Bláfjöll 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 Bláfjöll 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.