Rifflsee Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Rifflsee
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This is the Snow Forecast for Rifflsee, Austria for 16 days from 29 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 17:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Rifflsee.
Forecast for today in Rifflsee
Max 36°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 2in New Snow
Light snow at altitude.
Snow falling to 5,837ft, with rain below.
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Updated 28 March 2025 23:38 PDT
Powder Possible :- 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Rifflsee over the next 2 days.
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Rifflsee Snow Report
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| Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F2 | SW F2 | NW F3 | SE F2 | NW F3 | ||
| 9,186ft | 22°F
+2in
| 29°F
 +1in
| 17°F
+2in
| 20°F
+1in
| 27°F
 | 31°F
 | 29°F
|
| NW F3 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 7,218ft | 28°F
+3in
| 35°F
+1in
| 25°F
+2in
| 29°F
 +1in
| 39°F
| 40°F
| 37°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 5,249ft | 36°F
| 44°F
| 30°F
+1in
| 34°F
+1in
| 44°F
| 49°F
| 46°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,837ft | varying 5,837ft | 5,249ft | 5,249ft | varying 6,460ft | ||
| Max Town | 36°F | 44°F | 30°F | 34°F | 44°F | 49°F | 46°F |
| Min Town | 31°F | 30°F | 25°F | 24°F | 29°F | 31°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.
Rifflsee 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 36°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 2in New Snow
Light snow at altitude.
Snow falling to 5,837ft, with rain below.
Max 44°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,837ft to resort level.
Max 30°F
Min 25°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 25°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 34°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
1in New Snow
Light snow first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 44°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 49°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Rifflsee, 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 Rifflsee, 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.
Rifflsee Snow Forecast updated at 17:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Rifflsee
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 8in | 8in | |||||||
| Pitztaler Gletscher | 7in | 8in | |||||||
| Sölden | 7in | 7in | |||||||
| HochZeiger | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Pitztal | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Imst-Gurgltal | 4in | 5in | |||||||
| Obergurgl-Hochgurgl | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Vent | 3in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Rifflsee
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Rifflsee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Rifflsee, 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 Rifflsee 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 Rifflsee 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 Rifflsee 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.