Gautefall Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Gautefall
This is the Snow and Weather for Gautefall from 16 January.
Updated 16 January 2026 17:19 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Gautefall.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Gautefall Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Gautefall?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 14cm 6in |
| Next 48 Hours | 17cm 7in |
| Next 7 Days | 19cm 8in |
Forecast for today in Gautefall
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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14cm to 15cm 6in New Snow
Heavy snow, snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 500m 1,640ft ).
Forecast times for Gautefall are in Oslo (Europe/Oslo) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 January 2026 17:35 UTC
Powder Possible :- 17cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Gautefall over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Gautefall Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 700m 2,297ft | 1℃ 34°F
+15cm +6in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +1cm
| -2℃ 28°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -6℃ 20°F
 | -8℃ 17°F
| -11℃ 13°F
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| 600m 1,969ft | 2℃ 36°F
+14cm +6in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -9℃ 15°F
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| 500m 1,640ft | 2℃ 36°F
+14cm +6in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -9℃ 15°F
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| Snow Line | 500m 1,640ft | 500m 1,640ft | 500m 1,640ft | 500m 1,640ft | |||
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | -1℃ 30°F | -2℃ 29°F | -5℃ 23°F | -7℃ 19°F | -9℃ 15°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 31°F | -6℃ 20°F | -2℃ 28°F | -6℃ 21°F | -11℃ 13°F | -14℃ 7°F | -16℃ 4°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 Gautefall
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vrådal | 16cm 6in | 18cm 7in |
Snow Reliability
The snow reliability at Gautefall is generally excellent, with an average snow depth of 60-100 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures great conditions, but always check the latest snow reports on J2Ski for current updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gautefall
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gautefall, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gautefall, 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 Gautefall 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 Gautefall 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 Gautefall 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.