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Gastein Snow Forecast - 12th April 2026

Gastein Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 12 April 2026 12:45 NZST

Snow Forecast for Gastein

Snow and Weather from 12 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Gastein Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Gastein?

Gastein Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,765m)
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Forecast for today in Gastein

Max 19℃
Min 6℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
12

Snow unlikely

ClearFairClearCloud

Clear sky first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Gastein are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Gastein from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
12		Mon
13		Tue
14		Wed
15		Thu
16		Fri
17		Sat
18
WindSE F2
2,700m
3℃
Clear
0℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-2℃
Light Snow
+5cm
1℃
Cloud
1℃
Cloud
0℃
Cloud
+1cm
1℃
Mixed
S F2
1,765m
13℃
Clear
8℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
10℃
Cloud
10℃
Lt Drizzle
8℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Light Snow
S F2
830m
19℃
Clear
14℃
Cloud
12℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Cloud
16℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

varying 2,430m
to 2,030m

varying 2,415m
to 1,738m

varying 2,692m
to 1,984m

varying 2,507m
to 2,168m

varying 2,615m
to 2,168m

varying 2,445m
to 1,922m

Max Town19℃14℃12℃16℃16℃14℃16℃
Min Town6℃9℃7℃8℃6℃7℃6℃

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 near Gastein

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Gastein
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Kaprun6cm 13cm
Sportgastein11cm 12cm
Dachstein-Tauern3cm 8cm
Amadé3cm 7cm
Bad Gastein5cm 6cm
Bad Hofgastein3cm 4cm
Obertauern2cm 3cm
Salzburger Sportwelt-1cm

Snow Reliability

Gastein typically enjoys a reliable snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season, with consistent snowfall throughout winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gastein

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gastein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gastein, 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 Gastein 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 Gastein 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 Gastein 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.