Bad Gastein Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bad Gastein
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This is the Snow Forecast for Bad Gastein, Austria for 16 days from 26 March.
Updated 26 March 2025 13:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 26 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 10in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bad Gastein.
Forecast for today in Bad Gastein
Max 50°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers.
Snow Line from 5,607ft to 4,787ft, with rain below.
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Updated 26 March 2025 13:40 PDT
Powder Possible :- 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Bad Gastein over the next 3 days.
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Bad Gastein 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | N F3 | N F3 | SW F3 | NW F3 | |||
| 8,858ft | 27°F
 +3in
| 25°F
| 32°F
 | 24°F
 +4in
| 23°F
+3in
| 31°F
 | 34°F
 |
| NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 6,152ft | 36°F
+2in
| 35°F
| 41°F
| 31°F
+4in
| 30°F
+3in
| 43°F
| 47°F
|
| 3,445ft | 50°F
| 49°F
| 56°F
| 41°F
| 39°F
| 54°F
| 58°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,607ft | 4,590ft | varying 5,541ft | varying 5,115ft | varying 4,721ft | ||
| Max Town | 50°F | 49°F | 56°F | 41°F | 39°F | 54°F | 58°F |
| Min Town | 37°F | 36°F | 34°F | 35°F | 35°F | 34°F | 33°F |
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.
Bad Gastein 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 50°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain showers.
Snow Line from 5,607ft to 4,787ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 56°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 41°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 4in New Snow
Light rain first, light snow at altitude then light rain, snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 5,115ft to 4,163ft, with rain below.
Max 39°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
up to 3in New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 4,721ft to 4,065ft, with rain below.
Max 54°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 58°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Bad Gastein, Austria 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 Bad Gastein, on any given trail 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.
Bad Gastein Snow Forecast updated at 13:33 PDT, next update expected 16:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Bad Gastein
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bad Gastein
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bad Gastein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bad Gastein, 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 Bad Gastein 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 Bad Gastein 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 Bad Gastein 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.