Saariselkä Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Saariselkä
This is the Snow Forecast for Saariselkä, Finland for 17 days from 19 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 16:36 CST.
Forecast times for Saariselkä are in Eastern European Time (Europe/Helsinki).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Saariselkä.
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Saariselkä Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Saariselkä?
| Next Snow Expected | 24 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm |
Forecast for today in Saariselkä
Max -10℃
Min -19℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -19℃ and not getting above -10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, light snow showers, clear spells later.
Saariselkä has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Saariselkä Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | W F3 | ||
| 440m | -11℃
| -13℃
 | -13℃
| -15℃
| -16℃
| -12℃
 +5cm
| -9℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | W F3 | ||||
| 350m | -11℃
| -13℃
| -13℃
| -14℃
| -15℃
| -11℃
+5cm
| -8℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F2 | SW F2 | W F3 | ||||
| 260m | -10℃
| -13℃
| -13℃
| -14℃
| -15℃
| -10℃
+5cm
| -7℃
|
| Snow Line | 260m | 260m | 260m | ||||
| Max Town | -10℃ | -13℃ | -13℃ | -14℃ | -15℃ | -10℃ | -7℃ |
| Min Town | -19℃ | -15℃ | -18℃ | -17℃ | -20℃ | -14℃ | -11℃ |
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.
Saariselkä 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 -10℃
Min -19℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -19℃ and not getting above -10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, light snow showers, clear spells later.
Max -13℃
Min -15℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -15℃ and not getting above -13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.
Max -13℃
Min -18℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -18℃ and not getting above -13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max -14℃
Min -17℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -17℃ and not getting above -14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max -15℃
Min -20℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -20℃ and not getting above -15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max -10℃
Min -14℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -14℃ and not getting above -10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
24
5cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -7℃
Min -11℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ and not getting above -7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Light snow early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Saariselkä, Finland 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 Saariselkä, 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.
Saariselkä Snow Forecast updated at 16:36 CST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Reliability
Saariselkä typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-100 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates on conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Saariselkä
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Saariselkä, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Saariselkä, 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 Saariselkä 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 Saariselkä 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 Saariselkä 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.