Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Obertraun/Dachstein
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This is the Snow Forecast for Obertraun/Dachstein, Austria for 16 days from 29 January.
Updated 29 January 2025 13:38 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 31 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Obertraun/Dachstein.
Forecast for today in Obertraun/Dachstein
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
29
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Obertraun/Dachstein has 1cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Report
Snow report from Filzmoos (18km from Obertraun/Dachstein)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Obertraun/Dachstein 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 29 | Thu 30 | Fri 31 | Sat 01 | Sun 02 | Mon 03 | Tue 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,100m | -1℃
| -1℃
 | -3℃
 +1cm
| -4℃
+1cm
| -6℃
 +1cm
| -8℃
+1cm
| -6℃
|
| 1,305m | 3℃
| 6℃
| 1℃
+2cm
| -1℃
+1cm
| -2℃
+1cm
| -2℃
+1cm
| 0℃
|
| 510m | 8℃
| 9℃
| 5℃
| 2℃
| 2℃
| 2℃
| 3℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 769m | varying 549m | varying 719m | varying 689m | |||
| Max Town | 8℃ | 9℃ | 5℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ | -2℃ | -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.
Obertraun/Dachstein 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
29
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
30
Snow unlikely
Fog, cloudy, clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
31
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 769m to 559m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
01
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, fog then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 549m to 519m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
02
up to 1cm New Snow
Fog first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 719m to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
03
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 689m to 619m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Obertraun/Dachstein, 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 Obertraun/Dachstein, 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.
Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Forecast updated at 13:38 NZDT, next update expected 19:00 NZDT.
Snow Forecast near Obertraun/Dachstein
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ebensee am Traunsee | 2cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Obertauern | 2cm | 6cm | |||||||
| Abtenau | 1cm | 4cm | |||||||
| Katrin - Bad Ischl | 2cm | 4cm | |||||||
| Schladming | 1cm | 3cm | |||||||
| Filzmoos | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Flachau | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Krippenstein | - | 2cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Obertraun/Dachstein
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Obertraun/Dachstein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Obertraun/Dachstein, 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 Obertraun/Dachstein 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 Obertraun/Dachstein 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 Obertraun/Dachstein 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.