Kuusamo Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kuusamo
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This is the Snow Forecast for Kuusamo, Finland for 16 days from 4 March.
Updated 05 March 2025 07:32 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kuusamo.
Forecast for today in Kuusamo
Max -1℃
Min -4℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
04
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Kuusamo has 5cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Kuusamo Snow Report
Snow report from Ruka (near Kuusamo)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Tue 04 | Wed 05 | Thu 06 | Fri 07 | Sat 08 | Sun 09 | Mon 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 492m | -2℃
+1cm
| -4℃
 +4cm
| -3℃
| -4℃
 | 1℃
+1cm
| -3℃
| -4℃
|
| W F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | |||||
| 378m | -2℃
+1cm
| -3℃
+4cm
| -3℃
| -3℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| -2℃
| -3℃
|
| W F2 | SE F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 263m | -1℃
+1cm
| -2℃
+4cm
| -2℃
| -3℃
| 2℃
+1cm
| -1℃
| -2℃
|
| Snow Line | 263m | 263m | 263m | 263m | |||
| Max Town | -1℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ | -3℃ | 2℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ |
| Min Town | -4℃ | -4℃ | -6℃ | -8℃ | -5℃ | -8℃ | -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.
Kuusamo 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 -4℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
04
1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃
Min -4℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
05
4cm New Snow
Cloudy, heavy snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃
Min -6℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max -3℃
Min -8℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ and not getting above -3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 2℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
08
1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃
Min -8℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max -2℃
Min -11℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Kuusamo, 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 Kuusamo, 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.
Kuusamo Snow Forecast updated at 07:32 NZDT, next update expected 13:00 NZDT.
Snow Forecast near Kuusamo
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruka | 4cm | 5cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kuusamo
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kuusamo, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kuusamo, 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 Kuusamo 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 Kuusamo 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 Kuusamo 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.