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Hlíðarfjall Snow Forecast - 2nd April 2025

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Hlíðarfjall Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Hlíðarfjall

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Hlíðarfjall, Iceland for 16 days from 2 April.

Updated 02 April 2025 11:35 AEDT.

Hlíðarfjall Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected2 April
Next Snow Amount7cm
Next 48 Hours7cm
Next 7 Days7cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Hlíðarfjall

Max -1℃
Min -3℃

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ and not getting above -1℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
02

7cm New Snow

SnowSnowSnowLight Snow

Heavy snow showers, snow showers, light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Hlíðarfjall has 7cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Hlíðarfjall Snow Report

Hlíðarfjall Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Hlíðarfjall 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hlíðarfjall from OpenMeteo
Wed
02
Thu
03
Fri
04
Sat
05
Sun
06
Mon
07
Tue
08
WindNW F4SW F3
980m
-4℃
Snow
+7cm
0℃
Fair
0℃
Fair
0℃
Clear
0℃
Fair
1℃
Fair
2℃
Cloud
NW F4SW F3
740m
-2℃
Snow
+7cm
2℃
Fair
1℃
Fair
1℃
Clear
1℃
Fair
3℃
Fair
4℃
Cloud
NW F4SW F3
500m
-1℃
Snow
+7cm
3℃
Fair
3℃
Fair
2℃
Clear
3℃
Clear
4℃
Mixed
5℃
Cloud
Snow Line

500m

Max Town-1℃3℃3℃2℃3℃4℃5℃
Min Town-3℃-4℃-4℃-2℃1℃0℃-1℃

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.

Hlíðarfjall 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.

Max -1℃
Min -3℃

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ and not getting above -1℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
02

7cm New Snow

SnowSnowSnowLight Snow

Heavy snow showers, snow showers, light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 3℃
Min -4℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
03

Snow unlikely

CloudFairCloudClear

Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.

Max 3℃
Min -4℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
04

Snow unlikely

ClearFairFairFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Max 2℃
Min -2℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Max 3℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearClear

Fair early, then clear sky later.

Max 4℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
07

Snow unlikely

FairMixedMixedClear

Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 5℃
Min -1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
08

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedCloudLt Drizzle

Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, light drizzle later.

This Snow Forecast for Hlíðarfjall, Iceland 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 Hlíðarfjall, 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.

Hlíðarfjall Snow Forecast updated at 11:35 AEDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Hlíðarfjall

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Hlíðarfjall
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Dalvík3cm 3cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hlíðarfjall

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hlíðarfjall, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hlíðarfjall, 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 Hlíðarfjall 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 Hlíðarfjall 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 Hlíðarfjall 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.