Narvik Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Narvik
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This is the Snow Forecast for Narvik, Norway for 15 days from 12 May.
Updated 11 May 2025 15:34 CDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm |
| Next 7 Days | 16cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Narvik.
Forecast for today in Narvik
Max 10℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Narvik has 8cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Narvik Snow Report
Snow report from Riksgränsen (near Narvik)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Narvik 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 12 | Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 880m | 5℃
| 2℃
 +5cm
| -1℃
 +3cm
| 0℃
+1cm
| 1℃
 +2cm
| 0℃
+1cm
| 0℃
+3cm
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 505m | 7℃
| 5℃
+2cm
| 3℃
+1cm
| 1℃
 | 3℃
| 2℃
| 1℃
+2cm
|
| SW F2 | SW F3 | W F2 | SW F3 | W F2 | SW F2 | ||
| 130m | 10℃
| 7℃
| 6℃
| 5℃
| 7℃
 | 7℃
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | 729m | varying 309m | varying 679m | varying 669m | varying 789m | varying 839m | varying 529m |
| Max Town | 10℃ | 7℃ | 6℃ | 5℃ | 7℃ | 7℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | 4℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 3℃ | 2℃ |
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.
Narvik 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 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
13
up to 5cm New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 309m to resort level.
Max 6℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
14
up to 3cm New Snow
Snow showers at altitude first, light drizzle then light rain showers, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 679m to 249m, with rain below.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
15
up to 1cm New Snow
Light drizzle, drizzle, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 669m to 459m, with rain below.
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
up to 2cm New Snow
Drizzle first, light drizzle then rain showers, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 789m to 579m, with rain below.
Max 7℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Rain showers, light drizzle, fair later.
Snow Line from 839m to 529m, with rain below.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
up to 3cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then drizzle, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 529m to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Narvik, Norway 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 Narvik, 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.
Narvik Snow Forecast updated at 15:34 CDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Narvik
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riksgränsen | 9cm | 16cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Narvik
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Narvik, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Narvik, 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 Narvik 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 Narvik 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 Narvik 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.