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 13 March.
Updated 13 March 2025 16:38 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 13 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 19cm 8in |
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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
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,569m 5,148ft to 979m 3,212ft , with rain below.
Obertraun/Dachstein has 13cm 5in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Report
Snow report from Filzmoos ( 18km 11 miles from Obertraun/Dachstein)
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Obertraun/Dachstein 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | ||||||
| 2,100m 6,890ft | 1℃ 34°F
 +8cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +4cm +2in
| -1℃ 31°F
+1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
+4cm +2in
| -5℃ 22°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
 | 1℃ 33°F
|
| 1,305m 4,281ft | 5℃ 42°F
+1cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+4cm +2in
| 3℃ 36°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| 510m 1,673ft | 11℃ 51°F
 | 5℃ 42°F
| 8℃ 45°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
 | 3℃ 38°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 13℃ 55°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,569m 5,148ft | varying 929m 3,048ft | varying 1,299m 4,262ft | varying 949m 3,114ft | varying 669m 2,195ft | ||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 5℃ 42°F | 8℃ 45°F | 6℃ 42°F | 3℃ 38°F | 7℃ 45°F | 13℃ 55°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | -3℃ 27°F | -4℃ 25°F | 2℃ 36°F |
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.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
13
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,569m 5,148ft to 979m 3,212ft , with rain below.
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
14
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 929m 3,048ft to 819m 2,687ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 45°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, light rain then cloudy, fog later.
Snow Line from 1,299m 4,262ft to 799m 2,621ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Fog, light rain, light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 949m 3,114ft to 659m 2,162ft , with rain below.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow at altitude first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 669m 2,195ft to 539m 1,768ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
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 16:38 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Obertraun/Dachstein
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obertauern | 13cm 5in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Ebensee am Traunsee | 16cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Dachstein West | 14cm 6in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Rohrmoos | 10cm 4in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Hintersee | 11cm 4in | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Gosau | 12cm 5in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Krippenstein | 8cm 3in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Annaberg im Lammertal | 9cm 3in | 14cm 5in |
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.