Dorfgastein Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Dorfgastein
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This is the Snow Forecast for Dorfgastein, Austria for 16 days from 23 April.
Updated 23 April 2025 09:36 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Dorfgastein.
Forecast for today in Dorfgastein
Max 64°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, rain showers later.
Dorfgastein has 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Dorfgastein Snow Report
Snow report from Sportgastein (near Dorfgastein)
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| Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | Tue 29 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 6,670ft | 49°F
| 39°F
 +1in
| 32°F
 +4in
| 38°F
| 46°F
| 48°F
| 47°F
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| 4,697ft | 57°F
| 45°F
 | 42°F
| 46°F
| 56°F
| 57°F
| 59°F
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| 2,723ft | 64°F
| 51°F
| 49°F
| 52°F
| 63°F
| 64°F
| 66°F
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| Snow Line | varying 6,493ft | varying 5,738ft | |||||
| Max Town | 64°F | 51°F | 49°F | 52°F | 63°F | 64°F | 66°F |
| Min Town | 45°F | 45°F | 43°F | 43°F | 41°F | 43°F | 43°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.
Dorfgastein 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 64°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, rain showers later.
Max 51°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,493ft to 5,344ft, with rain below.
Max 49°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
25
up to 4in New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 5,738ft to 4,951ft, with rain below.
Max 52°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 63°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 64°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, light rain showers later.
Max 66°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
29
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Dorfgastein, 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 Dorfgastein, 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.
Dorfgastein Snow Forecast updated at 09:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Dorfgastein
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sportgastein | 8in | 9in | |||||||
| Kaprun | 7in | 8in | |||||||
| Bad Gastein | 5in | 6in | |||||||
| Gastein | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Graukogel | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Obertauern | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Rauris | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Bad Hofgastein | 3in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Dorfgastein
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Dorfgastein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Dorfgastein, 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 Dorfgastein 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 Dorfgastein 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 Dorfgastein 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.