Skålafell Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Skålafell
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This is the Snow Forecast for Skålafell, Iceland for 16 days from 19 March.
Updated 18 March 2025 19:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 21 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Skålafell.
Forecast for today in Skålafell
Max 38°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
New Snow
Fog, light drizzle, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,195ft to 1,965ft, with rain below.
Skålafell has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Skålafell Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Skålafell 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | |
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| Wind | SE F4 | S F5 | SE F4 | SW F3 | E F2 | SW F3 | |
| 2,231ft | 34°F
 | 35°F
 | 30°F
 +1in
| 29°F
 | 29°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 34°F
|
| SE F4 | S F5 | SE F4 | SW F3 | E F2 | SW F3 | ||
| 1,772ft | 36°F
| 36°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 30°F
| 31°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 35°F
+1in
|
| SE F4 | S F5 | SE F4 | SW F3 | E F2 | SW F3 | ||
| 1,312ft | 38°F
| 38°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 32°F
| 33°F
| 34°F
| 37°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,195ft | 1,312ft | 1,312ft | 1,312ft | varying 2,195ft | 1,312ft | 1,312ft |
| Max Town | 38°F | 38°F | 33°F | 32°F | 33°F | 34°F | 37°F |
| Min Town | 32°F | 28°F | 26°F | 24°F | 24°F | 21°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.
Skålafell 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 38°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
New Snow
Fog, light drizzle, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,195ft to 1,965ft, with rain below.
Max 38°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
20
New Snow
Light drizzle first, drizzle then light snow, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 26°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 26°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
21
1in New Snow
Light snow.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 32°F
Min 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 24°F to daytime highs around 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
22
New Snow
Clear spells first, heavy snow showers then fair, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 24°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
23
New Snow
Light snow first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,195ft to resort level.
Max 34°F
Min 21°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 21°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 37°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
New Snow
Light snow, light drizzle, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Skålafell, 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 Skålafell, 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.
Skålafell Snow Forecast updated at 19:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Skålafell
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Skålafell, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Skålafell, 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 Skålafell 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 Skålafell 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 Skålafell 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.