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Ettelsberg Snow Forecast - 20th March 2026

Ettelsberg Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 07:43 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Ettelsberg

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Ettelsberg Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Ettelsberg?

Ettelsberg Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (700m)
Next Snow Expected27 March
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days2cm

Forecast for today in Ettelsberg

Max 13℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 13℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
20

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudCloud

Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Ettelsberg are in Berlin (Europe/Berlin) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Ettelsberg from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
20
Sat
21
Sun
22
Mon
23
Tue
24
Wed
25
Thu
26
WindNE F2NE F2SW F2SW F4NW F3
820m
11℃
Cloud
8℃
Clear
9℃
Clear
11℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
0℃
Cloud
+1cm
NE F2NE F2SW F2SW F4NW F3
700m
12℃
Cloud
8℃
Clear
10℃
Clear
12℃
Cloud
12℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
1℃
Cloud
+1cm
NE F2NE F2SW F2SW F4NW F3
580m
13℃
Cloud
10℃
Clear
11℃
Clear
13℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
8℃
Light Snow
3℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 626m
to 580m

varying 657m
to 580m

Max Town13℃10℃11℃13℃13℃8℃3℃
Min Town4℃1℃1℃2℃4℃0℃0℃

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 Ettelsberg

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Ettelsberg
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Wintersport Arena Sauerland-7cm
Bad Laasphe-1cm

Snow Reliability

Ettelsberg typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 30-50 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ettelsberg

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