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Gastein Snow Forecast - 8th May 2026

Gastein Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 07 May 2026 17:50 PDT

Snow Forecast for Gastein

Snow and Weather from 8 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Gastein Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Gastein?

Gastein Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (5,791ft)
Next Snow Expected14 May
Next Snow Amount2in
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days4in
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Forecast for today in Gastein

Max 65°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
08

Snow unlikely

ClearShwrsLt DrizzleCloud

Clear sky first, rain showers then light drizzle, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Gastein are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Gastein from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
08
Sat
09
Sun
10
Mon
11
Tue
12
Wed
13
Thu
14
WindS F2
8,858ft
42°F
Cloud
43°F
Shwrs
44°F
Cloud
40°F
Snow
+1in
39°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
31°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
30°F
Snow
+5in
S F2
5,791ft
54°F
Lt Drizzle
54°F
Lt Drizzle
57°F
Cloud
54°F
Lt Drizzle
50°F
Light Snow
42°F
Drizzle
41°F
Light Snow
+2in
S F2
2,723ft
65°F
Lt Drizzle
65°F
Lt Drizzle
68°F
Cloud
65°F
Lt Drizzle
61°F
Lt Drizzle
53°F
Drizzle
52°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 8,123ft
to 7,113ft

varying 7,618ft
to 6,207ft

varying 7,671ft
to 6,811ft

varying 7,569ft
to 5,348ft

Max Town65°F65°F68°F65°F61°F53°F52°F
Min Town38°F42°F45°F46°F47°F49°F44°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.

Snow Forecast near Gastein

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Gastein
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Kaprun-12in
Dachstein-Tauern-10in
Amadé-10in
Bad Gastein-9in
Bad Hofgastein-9in
Sportgastein-9in
Obertauern-7in
Dorfgastein-6in

Snow Reliability

Gastein typically enjoys a reliable snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season, with consistent snowfall throughout winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gastein

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gastein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in 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 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 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 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.