Riksgränsen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Riksgränsen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Riksgränsen, Sweden for 16 days from 6 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 08:01 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Riksgränsen.
Forecast for today in Riksgränsen
Max 2℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Riksgränsen has 3cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Riksgränsen Snow Report
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Riksgränsen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 06 | Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 910m | -3℃
| -2℃
 +2cm
| 1℃
+1cm
| 1℃
 | 3℃
| 3℃
| 3℃
 |
| S F2 | SW F2 | E F2 | |||||
| 705m | 0℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| 3℃
| 2℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
 | 1℃
|
| SW F2 | E F2 | ||||||
| 500m | 2℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 6℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
|
| Snow Line | 500m | varying 879m | 500m | ||||
| Max Town | 2℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ |
| Min Town | -7℃ | -2℃ | -3℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ | 2℃ | 0℃ |
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.
Riksgränsen 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 2℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 3℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells 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
08
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light drizzle then clear sky, fair later.
Snow Line from 879m to 729m, with rain below.
Max 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 6℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, light drizzle later.
Max 4℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle.
Max 2℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle first, drizzle then cloudy, light snow later.
This Snow Forecast for Riksgränsen, Sweden 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 Riksgränsen, 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.
Riksgränsen Snow Forecast updated at 08:01 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Riksgränsen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abisko / Nuolja | - | 4cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Riksgränsen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Riksgränsen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Riksgränsen, 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 Riksgränsen 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 Riksgränsen 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 Riksgränsen 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.