Obertauern Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Obertauern
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This is the Snow Forecast for Obertauern, Austria for 16 days from 24 March.
Updated 24 March 2025 09:34 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 24 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 7in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Obertauern.
Forecast for today in Obertauern
Max 43°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 6,165ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.
Obertauern has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
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| Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 7,710ft | 31°F
 +1in
| 30°F
| 29°F
| 30°F
| 35°F
 | 25°F
 +1in
| 25°F
+2in
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 6,545ft | 37°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 35°F
| 34°F
| 39°F
| 29°F
+1in
| 29°F
+1in
|
| 5,381ft | 43°F
| 42°F
| 41°F
| 39°F
| 43°F
| 34°F
+2in
| 34°F
+1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 6,165ft | varying 5,607ft | 5,381ft | 5,381ft | 5,381ft | ||
| Max Town | 43°F | 42°F | 41°F | 39°F | 43°F | 34°F | 34°F |
| Min Town | 31°F | 30°F | 31°F | 31°F | 28°F | 30°F | 28°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.
Obertauern 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 43°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
24
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 6,165ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.
Max 42°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
Max 41°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,607ft to resort level.
Max 39°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
27
New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 34°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 34°F
Min 28°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 28°F to daytime highs around 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
1in to 2in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Obertauern, 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 Obertauern, 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.
Obertauern Snow Forecast updated at 09:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Obertauern
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Gastein | 3in | 8in | |||||||
| Bad Hofgastein | 3in | 8in | |||||||
| Filzmoos | - | 6in | |||||||
| Abtenau | - | 5in | |||||||
| Flachau | 1in | 5in | |||||||
| Schladming | - | 3in | |||||||
| Alpendorf | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Obertauern
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Obertauern, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Obertauern, 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 Obertauern 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 Obertauern 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 Obertauern 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.