Hovden Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hovden
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hovden, Norway for 15 days from 22 January.
Updated 21 January 2025 14:38 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 23 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 29in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hovden.
Forecast for today in Hovden
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then fair, clear spells later.
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Updated 21 January 2025 14:43 PST
Powder Possible :- 15in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Hovden over the next 4 days.
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Hovden Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | Sat 25 | Sun 26 | Mon 27 | Tue 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F3 | SW F4 | SE F3 | SE F3 | |||
| 4,101ft | 19°F
| 20°F
 +1in
| 25°F
+2in
| 28°F
 +16in
| 22°F
 +1in
| 24°F
 +4in
| 29°F
+3in
|
| SE F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SE F4 | SE F3 | |||
| 3,363ft | 23°F
| 23°F
+1in
| 29°F
+3in
| 32°F
+10in
| 26°F
 +1in
| 27°F
+5in
| 31°F
+2in
|
| SW F3 | SE F3 | SE F2 | |||||
| 2,625ft | 28°F
| 27°F
+1in
| 32°F
+4in
| 35°F
+3in
| 29°F
| 29°F
+7in
| 33°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | 2,625ft | 2,625ft | 2,625ft | 2,625ft | 2,625ft | varying 3,081ft | |
| Max Town | 28°F | 27°F | 32°F | 35°F | 29°F | 29°F | 33°F |
| Min Town | 16°F | 17°F | 14°F | 28°F | 15°F | 25°F | 28°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.
Hovden 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
Wed
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then fair, clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
23
1in New Snow
Cloudy first, snow showers then light snow, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
24
2in to 4in New Snow
Clear spells first, snow showers then heavy snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
25
3in to 16in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
26
up to 1in New Snow
Fair, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
27
4in to 7in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
28
1in to 3in New Snow
Heavy snow showers, clear spells, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 3,081ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Hovden, Norway 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 Hovden, 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.
Hovden Snow Forecast updated at 14:38 PST, next update expected 17:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Hovden
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haukelifjell Skisenter | 3in | 25in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hovden
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hovden, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hovden, 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 Hovden 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 Hovden 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 Hovden 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.