Dachstein-Tauern Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Dachstein-Tauern
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This is the Snow Forecast for Dachstein-Tauern, Austria for 16 days from 17 April.
Updated 18 April 2025 06:37 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 25 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm |
| Next 7 Days | 1cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Dachstein-Tauern.
Forecast for today in Dachstein-Tauern
Max 19℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, rain showers later.
Dachstein-Tauern has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Dachstein-Tauern Snow Report
Snow report from Obertauern (near Dachstein-Tauern)
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Dachstein-Tauern 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | ||||||
| 2,700m | 7℃
| -2℃
 +1cm
| 7℃
 | 9℃
| 7℃
| 6℃
| 4℃
|
| SE F3 | |||||||
| 1,725m | 11℃
| 4℃
| 12℃
| 14℃
| 13℃
| 12℃
| 11℃
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 750m | 19℃
| 10℃
| 20℃
| 21℃
| 20℃
| 17℃
 | 19℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,819m | ||||||
| Max Town | 19℃ | 10℃ | 20℃ | 21℃ | 20℃ | 17℃ | 19℃ |
| Min Town | 11℃ | 7℃ | 6℃ | 8℃ | 11℃ | 10℃ | 8℃ |
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.
Dachstein-Tauern 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 19℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, rain showers later.
Max 10℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,819m to 1,639m, with rain below.
Max 20℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 21℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 21℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 20℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 17℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
Max 19℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Dachstein-Tauern, 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 Dachstein-Tauern, on any given piste 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.
Dachstein-Tauern Snow Forecast updated at 06:37 NZST, next update expected 12:00 NZST.
Snow Forecast near Dachstein-Tauern
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amadé | 7cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Gastein | 6cm | 7cm | |||||||
| Ramsau am Dachstein | 4cm | 6cm | |||||||
| Salzburger Sportwelt | 6cm | 6cm | |||||||
| Obertauern | 4cm | 4cm | |||||||
| Rohrmoos | 3cm | 4cm | |||||||
| Hochkönig | 3cm | 3cm | |||||||
| Schladming | 2cm | 2cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Dachstein-Tauern
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Dachstein-Tauern, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Dachstein-Tauern, 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 Dachstein-Tauern 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 Dachstein-Tauern 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 Dachstein-Tauern 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.