Forstau Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Forstau
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This is the Snow Forecast for Forstau, Austria for 16 days from 16 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 21:35 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Forstau.
Forecast for today in Forstau
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
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Forstau has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Forstau Snow Report
Snow report from Obertauern (near Forstau)
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| Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | |
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| Wind | SE F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 6,201ft | 55°F
| 51°F
| 41°F
 +3in
| 49°F
| 55°F
| 55°F
| 42°F
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| SE F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 4,626ft | 60°F
| 57°F
| 47°F
| 59°F
| 64°F
| 62°F
 | 48°F
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| E F2 | |||||||
| 3,051ft | 66°F
| 63°F
| 50°F
| 62°F
| 67°F
| 69°F
| 54°F
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| Snow Line | varying 5,016ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 66°F | 63°F | 50°F | 62°F | 67°F | 69°F | 54°F |
| Min Town | 43°F | 48°F | 39°F | 41°F | 45°F | 47°F | 48°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.
Forstau 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 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
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 63°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 50°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 5,016ft to 4,524ft, with rain below.
Max 62°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, fair later.
Max 67°F
Min 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 67°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 69°F
Min 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, rain showers later.
Max 54°F
Min 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Forstau, 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 Forstau, 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.
Forstau Snow Forecast updated at 21:35 PDT, next update expected 03:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Forstau
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obertauern | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Flachau | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Schladming | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Filzmoos | 1in | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Forstau
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Forstau, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Forstau, 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 Forstau 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 Forstau 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 Forstau 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.