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Oberstdorf Snow Forecast - 20th October 2026

Oberstdorf Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 October 2026 13:40 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Oberstdorf

Snow and Weather from 20 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Avalanche Risk

3Avalanche Risk Level 3

Considerable

Oberstdorf Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Oberstdorf?

Oberstdorf Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,520m)
Next Snow Expected21 October
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours9cm
Next 7 Days19cm
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Forecast for today in Oberstdorf

Max 19℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
20

Snow unlikely

FairClearCloudShwrs

Fair first, clear sky then cloudy, rain showers later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Oberstdorf from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Tue
20		Wed
21		Thu
22		Fri
23		Sat
24		Sun
25		Mon
26
Wind
2,220m
13℃
Clear
4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm
-2℃
Light Snow
+7cm
3℃
Fog
+1cm
-3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-1℃
Light Snow
+5cm
-5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+6cm
1,520m
18℃
Clear
9℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm
2℃
Light Snow
+7cm
8℃
Fog
2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
4℃
Light Snow
+4cm
0℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm
SW F2
820m
19℃
Clear
11℃
Lt Drizzle
7℃
Lt Drizzle
15℃
Fog
8℃
Light Snow
9℃
Drizzle
4℃
Light Snow
Snow Line

varying 1,882m
to 1,405m

varying 1,651m
to 1,128m

varying 1,589m
to 1,143m

varying 1,805m
to 974m

varying 1,989m
to 1,220m

varying 1,174m
to 851m

Max Town19℃11℃7℃15℃8℃9℃4℃
Min Town5℃5℃0℃-1℃-1℃-1℃-2℃

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 Oberstdorf

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Oberstdorf
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayTuWeThFrSaSuMo
Damüls13cm 33cm
Lech15cm 31cm
St Christoph am Arlberg15cm 31cm
St. Anton am Arlberg14cm 29cm
Oberstaufen10cm 22cm
Rettenberg5cm 12cm
Oberjoch-Hindelang3cm 8cm

How reliable is the snow in Oberstdorf?

Oberstdorf typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths ranging from 50 to 150 cm. For the latest snow information, including snowfall and snowmelt updates, check J2Ski regularly.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Oberstdorf

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