Ruhpolding Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Ruhpolding
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This is the Snow Forecast for Ruhpolding, Germany for 15 days from 13 March.
Updated 12 March 2025 15:40 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ruhpolding.
Forecast for today in Ruhpolding
Max 44°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 4,557ft to 2,982ft, with rain below.
Ruhpolding has 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Ruhpolding Snow Report
Snow report from St Johann in Tirol (near Ruhpolding)
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Ruhpolding 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 5,479ft | 32°F
 +3in
| 26°F
+2in
| 33°F
 | 32°F
 | 33°F
+1in
| 46°F
 | 48°F
|
| 3,822ft | 38°F
+1in
| 32°F
+2in
| 39°F
| 38°F
 | 39°F
+1in
| 52°F
| 54°F
|
| 2,165ft | 44°F
| 38°F
| 43°F
| 41°F
| 45°F
 | 60°F
| 63°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,557ft | varying 2,720ft | varying 2,457ft | varying 3,212ft | varying 2,851ft | ||
| Max Town | 44°F | 38°F | 43°F | 41°F | 45°F | 60°F | 63°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 35°F | 34°F | 36°F | 34°F | 33°F | 38°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.
Ruhpolding 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 44°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 4,557ft to 2,982ft, with rain below.
Max 38°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
up to 2in New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light snow, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,720ft to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 41°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 3,212ft to 2,884ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 2,851ft to 2,490ft, with rain below.
Max 60°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 63°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Ruhpolding, 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 Ruhpolding, 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.
Ruhpolding Snow Forecast updated at 15:40 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Ruhpolding
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fieberbrunn | 4in | 6in | |||||||
| Berchtesgadener Land | 4in | 5in | |||||||
| Scheffau am Wilden Kaiser | 3in | 4in | |||||||
| Going am Wilden Kaiser | 3in | 4in | |||||||
| St Johann in Tirol | 2in | 4in | |||||||
| Ellmau | 3in | 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ruhpolding
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ruhpolding, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ruhpolding, 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 Ruhpolding 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 Ruhpolding 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 Ruhpolding 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.