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Mandarfen Snow Forecast - 22nd May 2026

Mandarfen Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 22 May 2026 19:41 NZST

Snow Forecast for Mandarfen

Snow and Weather from 22 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Mandarfen Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Mandarfen?

Mandarfen Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,946m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Mandarfen.

Forecast for today in Mandarfen

Max 19℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 19℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
22

Snow unlikely

ClearFairClearClear

Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mandarfen from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Mon
25
Tue
26
Wed
27
Thu
28
Wind
2,291m
10℃
Fair
11℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
12℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
9℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Clear
1,946m
17℃
Fair
18℃
Clear
18℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
15℃
Lt Drizzle
15℃
Clear
1,600m
19℃
Fair
20℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
22℃
Clear
22℃
Clear
18℃
Lt Drizzle
17℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town19℃20℃21℃22℃22℃18℃17℃
Min Town3℃5℃4℃5℃2℃2℃3℃

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 Reliability

Mandarfen enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average depths ranging from 50 to 250 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow updates and forecasts, visit J2Ski for detailed information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mandarfen

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