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Fun Valley Snow Forecast - 17th January 2026

Fun Valley Snow Report and Forecast

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Snow Forecast for Fun Valley

This is the Snow and Weather for Fun Valley from 17 January.

Updated 17 January 2026 05:10 UTC.

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Fun Valley.

Fun Valley Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Fun Valley?

Fun Valley Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (345m)
Next Snow Expected24 January
Next Snow Amount 2cm 1in
Next 48 Hours - -
Next 7 Days 2cm 1in

Forecast for today in Fun Valley

Max -3℃ 26°F
Min -10℃ 15°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -10℃ 15°F and not getting above -3℃ 26°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
17

Snow unlikely

ClearClearCloudCloud

Clear sky early, then cloudy later.

Forecast times for Fun Valley are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

Fun Valley has up to 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
GFS - at altitude

Fun Valley Snow Report

Fun Valley Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
-
Lower Snow Depths
-
Snow Conditions
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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Fun Valley from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Sat
17
Sun
18
Mon
19
Tue
20
Wed
21
Thu
22
Fri
23
WindNW F4SW F4SW F3SW F4E F4NE F4SE F4
380m 1,247ft
-4℃ 25°F
Cloud
10℃ 50°F
Clear
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
13℃ 55°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Cloud
1℃ 34°F
Cloud
6℃ 42°F
Clear
NW F4SW F4SW F3SW F4E F4NE F4SE F4
345m 1,132ft
-3℃ 26°F
Cloud
10℃ 51°F
Clear
3℃ 38°F
Cloud
13℃ 56°F
Clear
6℃ 44°F
Cloud
1℃ 35°F
Cloud
6℃ 43°F
Clear
NW F4SW F4SW F3SW F4E F4NE F4SE F4
310m 1,017ft
-3℃ 26°F
Cloud
11℃ 51°F
Clear
3℃ 38°F
Cloud
13℃ 56°F
Clear
7℃ 44°F
Cloud
2℃ 35°F
Cloud
6℃ 43°F
Clear
Snow Line

310m 1,017ft

Max Town -3℃ 26°F 11℃ 51°F 3℃ 38°F 13℃ 56°F 7℃ 44°F 2℃ 35°F 6℃ 43°F
Min Town -10℃ 15°F -9℃ 15°F -4℃ 25°F -1℃ 31°F -1℃ 31°F -5℃ 23°F -6℃ 22°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

Fun Valley enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 cm throughout the season. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for real-time snow information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Fun Valley

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Fun Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Fun Valley, 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 Fun Valley is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Fun Valley 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 Fun Valley 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.