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 15 days from 2 April.
Updated 01 April 2025 15:31 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 8in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Vatra Dornei.
Forecast for today in Vatra Dornei
Max 45°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Vatra Dornei has no 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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| Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||
| 4,104ft | 39°F
| 38°F
 | 48°F
 | 45°F
 +2in
| 28°F
+1in
| 30°F
+2in
| 28°F
+1in
|
| S F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 3,374ft | 42°F
| 41°F
| 51°F
| 46°F
 +2in
| 31°F
+1in
| 33°F
| 32°F
+1in
|
| S F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 2,644ft | 45°F
| 44°F
| 53°F
| 49°F
+1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 34°F
+1in
| 36°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,179ft | 2,644ft | 2,644ft | 2,644ft | |||
| Max Town | 45°F | 44°F | 53°F | 49°F | 33°F | 34°F | 36°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 37°F | 36°F | 29°F | 24°F | 22°F | 26°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.
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.
Max 45°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, light rain later.
Max 44°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Light rain.
Max 53°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, fog later.
Max 49°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
05
1in to 2in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light rain, light snow later.
Snow Line from 3,179ft 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
06
1in New Snow
Light snow first, snow showers then cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 34°F
Min 22°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 22°F to daytime highs around 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
1in to 2in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then fair, clear sky 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 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.
Vatra Dornei Snow Forecast updated at 15:31 PDT, 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, 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 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.