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Krakaubene Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Krakaubene Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 19:42 NZST

Snow Forecast for Krakaubene

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Krakaubene Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Krakaubene?

Krakaubene Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,335m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Krakaubene.

Forecast for today in Krakaubene

Max 20℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Krakaubene from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Wind
1,450m
18℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
18℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
11℃
Shwrs
16℃
Cloud
1,335m
19℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
19℃
Cloud
14℃
Cloud
16℃
Cloud
12℃
Shwrs
16℃
Cloud
1,220m
20℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
19℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
16℃
Cloud
12℃
Shwrs
17℃
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town20℃21℃19℃15℃16℃12℃17℃
Min Town0℃2℃2℃5℃5℃5℃4℃

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.

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Snow Forecast near Krakaubene

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Krakaubene
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Rohrmoos-12cm
Obertauern-8cm
Schladming-7cm
Innerkrems-1cm

Snow Reliability

Snow reliability at Krakaubene is generally good, with average snow depths ranging from 50 to 150 cm throughout the season. Snowfall is consistent, but it’s advisable to check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Krakaubene

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