Dachstein West Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Dachstein West
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This is the Snow Forecast for Dachstein West, Austria for 16 days from 18 April.
Updated 19 April 2025 06:31 NZST.
| Next Snow Expected | 25 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm |
| Next 7 Days | 17cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Dachstein West.
Forecast for today in Dachstein West
Max 12℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 5cm New Snow
Light rain showers, light rain, fair later.
Snow Line from 1,649m to 1,259m, with rain below.
Dachstein West has 5cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Dachstein West Snow Report
Snow report from Obertauern (near Dachstein West)
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Dachstein West 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,110m | 1℃
 +5cm
| 11℃
 | 12℃
| 11℃
 | 4℃
| 6℃
| 2℃
+6cm
|
| 1,290m | 7℃
| 16℃
| 18℃
 | 16℃
| 8℃
| 11℃
| 7℃
|
| 470m | 12℃
| 21℃
| 23℃
| 20℃
| 13℃
| 16℃
| 11℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,649m | varying 1,479m | |||||
| Max Town | 12℃ | 21℃ | 23℃ | 20℃ | 13℃ | 16℃ | 11℃ |
| Min Town | 6℃ | 5℃ | 10℃ | 12℃ | 11℃ | 11℃ | 7℃ |
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 West 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 12℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 5cm New Snow
Light rain showers, light rain, fair later.
Snow Line from 1,649m to 1,259m, with rain below.
Max 21℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 21℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 23℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 20℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
21
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear spells then light rain showers, light rain later.
Max 13℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
22
Snow unlikely
Light rain, cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 16℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 11℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
24
up to 6cm New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 1,479m to 1,199m, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Dachstein West, 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 West, 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 West Snow Forecast updated at 06:31 NZST, next update expected 12:00 NZST.
Snow Forecast near Dachstein West
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obertauern | 3cm | 22cm | |||||||
| Krippenstein | 6cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Flachau | 1cm | 17cm | |||||||
| Obertraun/Dachstein | 4cm | 15cm | |||||||
| Schladming | 2cm | 9cm | |||||||
| Annaberg im Lammertal | - | 8cm | |||||||
| Filzmoos | - | 7cm | |||||||
| Gosau | - | 7cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Dachstein West
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Dachstein West, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Dachstein West, 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 West 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 West 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 West 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.