Vitosha Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Vitosha
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This is the Snow Forecast for Vitosha, Bulgaria for 15 days from 31 December.
Updated 31 December 2024 09:33 AEDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 3 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 5cm |
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Forecast for today in Vitosha
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Vitosha has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Vitosha Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Vitosha 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 31 | Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F4 | |||||
| 2,290m | 1℃
| 2℃
| 0℃
| -2℃
 +3cm
| -7℃
+2cm
| -7℃
| -1℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | ||||||
| 1,970m | 3℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
| 1℃
+3cm
| -5℃
+2cm
| -5℃
| 1℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | ||||||
| 1,650m | 5℃
| 6℃
| 4℃
| 3℃
+3cm
| -3℃
+2cm
| -3℃
| 3℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,650m | 1,650m | |||||
| Max Town | 5℃ | 6℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | -4℃ | -11℃ | -10℃ | -5℃ |
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 at a glance
| Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to base | Snow to base |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Vitosha.
Vitosha 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
3cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
2cm New Snow
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
05
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then clear sky, fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Vitosha, Bulgaria 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 Vitosha, 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.
Vitosha Snow Forecast updated at 09:33 AEDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vitosha
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Vitosha, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Vitosha, 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 Vitosha is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not 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 Vitosha 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 Vitosha 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.