Hovfjället Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hovfjället
This is the Snow and Weather for Hovfjället from 19 January.
Updated 18 January 2026 23:30 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hovfjället.
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Hovfjället Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Hovfjället?
| Next Snow Expected | 30 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
Forecast for today in Hovfjället
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -6℃ 20°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 20°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Forecast times for Hovfjället are in Stockholm (Europe/Stockholm) time zone.
Hovfjället has no new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Hovfjället Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | |
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| Wind | NE F2 | NE F3 | |||||
| 592m 1,942ft | -2℃ 27°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -4℃ 24°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -8℃ 18°F
| -9℃ 16°F
| -11℃ 12°F
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| NE F2 | NE F3 | ||||||
| 556m 1,824ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -7℃ 20°F
| -4℃ 24°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -9℃ 17°F
| -11℃ 13°F
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| NE F2 | NE F3 | ||||||
| 520m 1,706ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -6℃ 20°F
| -4℃ 25°F
| -5℃ 24°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -8℃ 17°F
| -10℃ 13°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | -2℃ 28°F | -6℃ 20°F | -4℃ 25°F | -5℃ 24°F | -7℃ 19°F | -8℃ 17°F | -10℃ 13°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 20°F | -8℃ 17°F | -7℃ 20°F | -7℃ 20°F | -9℃ 15°F | -10℃ 13°F | -15℃ 5°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 Reliability
Hovfjället typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with depths averaging around 80 cm during peak season. For the latest snowfall updates and conditions, check out J2Ski for detailed reports.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hovfjället
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hovfjället, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hovfjället, 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 Hovfjället 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 Hovfjället 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 Hovfjället 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.