Narvik Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Narvik
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This is the Snow Forecast for Narvik, Norway for 16 days from 22 April.
Updated 23 April 2025 00:38 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 31cm |
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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 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Narvik has 4cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Narvik Snow Report
Snow report from Riksgränsen (near Narvik)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 880m | -1℃
+2cm
| -1℃
+2cm
| -1℃
 | -7℃
 +6cm
| -8℃
 | -2℃
+4cm
| 1℃
+14cm
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 505m | 1℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+2cm
| 1℃
| -4℃
+5cm
| -2℃
| 2℃
+3cm
| 2℃
+3cm
|
| SW F2 | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 130m | 4℃
+1cm
| 4℃
+2cm
| 4℃
| 0℃
+3cm
| 0℃
| 4℃
+1cm
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | 130m | 130m | 130m | 130m | varying 209m | varying 259m | |
| Max Town | 4℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | -2℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ | -7℃ | -11℃ | -8℃ | 3℃ |
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 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
23
2cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow showers then cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then fair, snow showers later.
Max 0℃
Min -7℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
25
3cm to 6cm New Snow
Light snow first, heavy snow showers then light snow, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃
Min -11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -11℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 4℃
Min -8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -8℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
27
1cm to 4cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light snow later.
Snow Line from 209m to resort level.
Max 5℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
28
up to 14cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, light snow then light rain, heavy snow showers later.
Snow Line from 259m 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 00:38 NZST, next update expected 06:00 NZST.
Snow Forecast near Narvik
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riksgränsen | 8cm | 37cm |
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.