Valdres Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 April 2026 00:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Valdres
Snow and Weather from 1 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Valdres Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Valdres?
| Next Snow Expected | 2 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Valdres
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Forecast times for Valdres are in Oslo (Europe/Oslo) time zone.
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| Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SE F2 | W F3 | ||||
| 1,060m 3,478ft | 6℃ 43°F
| -1℃ 30°F
 +1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
 +6cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 40°F
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | W F3 | |||||
| 880m 2,887ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | W F3 | |||||
| 700m 2,297ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
+6cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| Snow Line | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | 700m 2,297ft | ||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 1℃ 33°F | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 38°F | 7℃ 44°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 26°F | -9℃ 16°F | -15℃ 6°F | -7℃ 19°F | -10℃ 14°F | -5℃ 23°F | -10℃ 14°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.
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Snow Forecast near Valdres
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hemsedal | 2cm 1in | 27cm 11in | |||||||
| Beitostølen | 2cm 1in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Aurdal Fagernes Vaset | 2cm 1in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Valdres Alpinsenter Aurdal | 2cm 1in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Gol | 1cm - | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Valdres enjoys reliable snow conditions, with a typical snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, visit J2Ski to ensure optimal skiing conditions throughout your visit.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Valdres
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Valdres, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Valdres, 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 Valdres 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 Valdres 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 Valdres 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.