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 25 April.
Updated 25 April 2025 05:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 30 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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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 44°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, drizzle, light drizzle later.
Skålafell has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Skålafell Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Skålafell 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | Wed 30 | Thu 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F5 | SE F5 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 |
| 2,231ft | 39°F
| 38°F
| 38°F
| 40°F
| 43°F
 | 34°F
 +1in
| 36°F
|
| SE F5 | SE F5 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | |
| 1,772ft | 41°F
| 40°F
| 39°F
| 42°F
| 45°F
| 36°F
+1in
| 38°F
|
| SE F5 | SE F4 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | |
| 1,312ft | 44°F
| 43°F
| 42°F
| 44°F
| 47°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 39°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,998ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 44°F | 43°F | 42°F | 44°F | 47°F | 38°F | 39°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 36°F | 35°F | 35°F | 36°F | 32°F | 29°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 44°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, drizzle, light drizzle later.
Max 43°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, rain showers then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Max 42°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, light drizzle then drizzle, light drizzle later.
Max 44°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Max 47°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, clear spells, fair later.
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
30
1in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,998ft to resort level.
Max 39°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
01
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
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 05:38 PDT, next update expected 11:00 PDT.
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.