Ounasvaara Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Ounasvaara
This is the Snow and Weather for Ounasvaara from 13 January.
Updated 13 January 2026 17:07 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ounasvaara.
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Ounasvaara Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Ounasvaara?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm 1in |
Forecast for today in Ounasvaara
Max -5℃ 23°F
Min -7℃ 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 18°F and not getting above -5℃ 23°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Forecast times for Ounasvaara are in Helsinki (Europe/Helsinki) time zone.
Ounasvaara has up to 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Ounasvaara Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | |
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| Wind | NE F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | S F2 | S F3 | SW F2 | |
| 200m 656ft | -6℃ 21°F
| -6℃ 21°F
| -5℃ 24°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
| -5℃ 22°F
| -4℃ 24°F
| -4℃ 24°F
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| NE F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | S F2 | S F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 130m 427ft | -6℃ 22°F
| -6℃ 22°F
| -4℃ 24°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 26°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -4℃ 25°F
| -4℃ 25°F
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| NE F2 | SE F3 | SE F3 | S F2 | S F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 60m 197ft | -5℃ 23°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -4℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -2℃ 27°F
| -4℃ 24°F
| -3℃ 26°F
| -3℃ 26°F
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| Snow Line | 60m 197ft | 60m 197ft | 60m 197ft | 60m 197ft | |||
| Max Town | -5℃ 23°F | -5℃ 23°F | -4℃ 26°F | -2℃ 27°F | -4℃ 24°F | -3℃ 26°F | -3℃ 26°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 18°F | -8℃ 18°F | -8℃ 17°F | -4℃ 24°F | -7℃ 20°F | -4℃ 25°F | -5℃ 24°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.
Snow Forecast near Ounasvaara
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alhovuori | 2cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Keinukallio | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Porvoo | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Talma | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Ounasvaara typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 60 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and information, be sure to check J2Ski before your trip.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ounasvaara
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ounasvaara, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ounasvaara, 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 Ounasvaara 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 Ounasvaara 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 Ounasvaara 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.