Hlíðarfjall Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hlíðarfjall
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hlíðarfjall, Iceland for 15 days from 3 July.
Updated 02 July 2025 15:35 CDT.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Hlíðarfjall. |
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 11℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Hlíðarfjall has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Hlíðarfjall Snow Report
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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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| Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 980m | 8℃
| 10℃
 | 10℃
 | 10℃
| 15℃
 | 13℃
| 13℃
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| SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 740m | 10℃
| 11℃
| 12℃
| 12℃
| 16℃
| 15℃
| 14℃
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| 500m | 11℃
| 13℃
| 12℃
| 12℃
| 18℃
| 16℃
| 14℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 11℃ | 13℃ | 12℃ | 12℃ | 18℃ | 16℃ | 14℃ |
| Min Town | 5℃ | 5℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 6℃ | 11℃ | 10℃ |
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 11℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 13℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 12℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 12℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 18℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, cloudy later.
Max 16℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 14℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear sky, light drizzle later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
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 15:35 CDT, next update expected imminently.
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.