Fonna Glacier Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Fonna Glacier
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This is the Snow Forecast for Fonna Glacier, Norway for 16 days from 30 April.
Updated 30 April 2025 02:32 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 1 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 42cm 17in |
| Next 7 Days | 48cm 19in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Fonna Glacier.
Forecast for today in Fonna Glacier
Max 4℃ 38°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
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Updated 30 April 2025 10:39 UTC
Powder Possible :- 41cm 16in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Fonna Glacier over the next 2 days.
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Fonna Glacier Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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Fonna Glacier 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 30 | Thu 01 | Fri 02 | Sat 03 | Sun 04 | Mon 05 | Tue 06 | |
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| Wind | SW F3 | SW F5 | W F4 | ||||
| 1,470m 4,823ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +9cm +4in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +33cm +13in
| -1℃ 30°F
 +2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
| 0℃ 31°F
 +1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm +1in
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| SW F3 | SW F5 | W F4 | |||||
| 1,335m 4,380ft | 2℃ 36°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+8cm +3in
| -2℃ 29°F
+33cm +13in
| 0℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
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| SW F3 | SW F4 | W F4 | |||||
| 1,200m 3,937ft | 4℃ 38°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+4cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
+33cm +13in
| 1℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| 1℃ 35°F
| 1℃ 33°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,329m 4,360ft | 1,200m 3,937ft | 1,200m 3,937ft | varying 1,249m 4,098ft | varying 1,269m 4,163ft | ||
| Max Town | 4℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | -1℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | 1℃ 35°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 24°F | -1℃ 31°F | -1℃ 29°F | -4℃ 24°F | -8℃ 17°F | -10℃ 15°F | -1℃ 31°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.
Fonna Glacier 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 4℃ 38°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
30
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
01
4cm to 9cm 2in to 4in New Snow
Cloudy first, rain showers then rain, snow later.
Snow Line from 1,329m 4,360ft to resort level.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -1℃ 29°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -1℃ 29°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
02
33cm 13in New Snow
Heavy snow early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -4℃ 24°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
03
2cm 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 30°F
Min -8℃ 17°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ 17°F and not getting above -1℃ 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 1℃ 35°F
Min -10℃ 15°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -10℃ 15°F and rising to 1℃ 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,249m 4,098ft to resort level.
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
06
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light rain, drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,269m 4,163ft to 1,239m 4,065ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Fonna Glacier, 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 Fonna Glacier, on any given piste 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.
Fonna Glacier Snow Forecast updated at 02:32 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Fonna Glacier
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fonna Glacier
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fonna Glacier, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fonna Glacier, 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 Fonna Glacier 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 Fonna Glacier 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 Fonna Glacier 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.