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Wagrain Snow Forecast - 12th October 2026

Wagrain Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 12 October 2026 20:49 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Wagrain

Snow and Weather from 12 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Wagrain Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Wagrain?

Wagrain Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,410m)
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Forecast for today in Wagrain

Max 13℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Mon
12

up to 1cm New Snow

Hvy DrizzleLt DrizzleLt DrizzleClear

Heavy drizzle, light drizzle, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 1,862m to 1,785m, with rain below.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Wagrain from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
12		Tue
13		Wed
14		Thu
15		Fri
16		Sat
17		Sun
18
Wind
2,020m
4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
7℃
Clear
6℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Fair
12℃
Mixed
10℃
Clear
10℃
Fair
1,410m
9℃
Lt Drizzle
12℃
Clear
10℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Fair
17℃
Mixed
14℃
Clear
13℃
Mixed
800m
13℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Clear
14℃
Lt Drizzle
20℃
Fair
20℃
Mixed
18℃
Clear
17℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 1,862m
to 1,785m

Max Town13℃16℃14℃20℃20℃18℃17℃
Min Town4℃1℃9℃7℃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 Wagrain

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Wagrain
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Kaprun4cm 4cm
Bad Gastein3cm 3cm
Altenmarkt-Zauchensee1cm 1cm
Kleinarl1cm 1cm
Obertauern1cm 1cm
Salzburger Sportwelt1cm 1cm
Schladming1cm 1cm

How reliable is the snow in Wagrain?

Wagrain typically enjoys a solid snow record, with average snow depths reaching up to 180 cm in peak season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Wagrain

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