Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany for 15 days from 7 May.
Updated 06 May 2025 15:30 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Forecast for today in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Max 49°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,296ft to 4,721ft, with rain below.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 07 | Thu 08 | Fri 09 | Sat 10 | Sun 11 | Mon 12 | Tue 13 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 9,285ft | 24°F
 +1in
| 23°F
+1in
| 24°F
+1in
| 34°F
 | 37°F
| 40°F
 | 34°F
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| 5,791ft | 36°F
| 35°F
 | 39°F
 | 49°F
| 52°F
| 54°F
| 49°F
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| 2,297ft | 49°F
| 48°F
| 48°F
| 59°F
| 62°F
| 63°F
| 60°F
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| Snow Line | varying 6,296ft | varying 4,787ft | varying 6,427ft | ||||
| Max Town | 49°F | 48°F | 48°F | 59°F | 62°F | 63°F | 60°F |
| Min Town | 40°F | 42°F | 42°F | 40°F | 43°F | 42°F | 44°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.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 49°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
07
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Snow Line from 6,296ft to 4,721ft, with rain below.
Max 48°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
08
up to 1in New Snow
Light rain early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 4,787ft to 4,393ft, with rain below.
Max 48°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
09
up to 1in New Snow
Fog, rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 6,427ft to 5,082ft, with rain below.
Max 59°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
10
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then fair, clear sky later.
Max 62°F
Min 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 62°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 63°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 60°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
13
Snow unlikely
Fog first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Forecast updated at 15:30 PDT, next update expected 18:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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.