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 3 April.
Updated 02 April 2025 17:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 8 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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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 58°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Dorfgastein has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | N F2 | W F2 | |||||
| 6,670ft | 40°F
| 42°F
| 40°F
 | 32°F
| 33°F
| 25°F
 +1in
| 32°F
|
| 4,697ft | 49°F
| 51°F
| 49°F
 | 41°F
| 41°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 38°F
|
| 2,723ft | 58°F
| 60°F
| 57°F
| 48°F
| 47°F
| 38°F
| 46°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,278ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 58°F | 60°F | 57°F | 48°F | 47°F | 38°F | 46°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 40°F | 39°F | 32°F | 30°F | 33°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.
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 58°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 60°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 57°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 48°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 47°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 38°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 3,278ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy 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 17:34 PDT, next update expected 23:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Dorfgastein
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filzmoos | - | 3in | |||||||
| Bad Hofgastein | 1in | 2in | |||||||
| Gastein | - | 2in | |||||||
| Flachau | - | 2in | |||||||
| Graukogel | - | 1in | |||||||
| Kaprun | - | 1in | |||||||
| Saalbach Hinterglemm | - | 1in | |||||||
| Bad Gastein | 1in | 1in |
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.