Winterberg Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Winterberg
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This is the Snow Forecast for Winterberg, Germany for 16 days from 5 January.
Updated 04 January 2025 18:37 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 5 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 7in |
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Forecast for today in Winterberg
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
1in New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then light rain, light rain showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Winterberg has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Winterberg Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Winterberg 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | Wed 08 | Thu 09 | Fri 10 | Sat 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | SW F2 | W F2 | ||
| 2,723ft | 40°F
+1in
| 41°F
 | 31°F
 +1in
| 31°F
+1in
| 31°F
 +3in
| 27°F
| 24°F
 |
| S F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | W F2 | ||||
| 2,379ft | 41°F
+1in
| 42°F
| 32°F
+1in
| 31°F
+1in
| 32°F
+2in
| 28°F
| 25°F
|
| S F3 | SW F4 | SW F3 | W F2 | ||||
| 2,034ft | 42°F
+1in
| 44°F
| 34°F
+1in
| 32°F
+1in
| 33°F
+2in
| 30°F
| 26°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,034ft | 2,034ft | 2,034ft | varying 2,162ft | varying 2,129ft | ||
| Max Town | 42°F | 44°F | 34°F | 32°F | 33°F | 30°F | 26°F |
| Min Town | 24°F | 33°F | 28°F | 26°F | 27°F | 25°F | 20°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 at a glance
| Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Winterberg.
Winterberg 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
1in New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then light rain, light rain showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
06
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers, cloudy, light snow later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
07
1in New Snow
Light snow, light snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
08
1in New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then light snow, snow later.
Snow Line from 2,162ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
09
2in to 3in New Snow
Snow at altitude first, light snow then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,129ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Winterberg, 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 Winterberg, 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.
Winterberg Snow Forecast updated at 18:37 PST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Winterberg
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usseln | 3in | 7in | |||||||
| Altastenberg | 3in | 7in | |||||||
| Züschen | 3in | 7in | |||||||
| Brilon | 1in | 6in | |||||||
| Bödefeld | 2in | 6in | |||||||
| Bad Berleburg | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Wintersport Arena Sauerland | 2in | 5in | |||||||
| Willingen-Upland | 2in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Winterberg
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Winterberg, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Winterberg, 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 Winterberg is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, 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 Winterberg 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 Winterberg 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.