Abtenau Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Abtenau
This is the Snow and Weather for Abtenau from 18 February.
Updated 17 February 2026 18:45 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Abtenau.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Abtenau Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Abtenau?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 12cm 5in |
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Forecast for today in Abtenau
Max 4℃ 38°F
Min -9℃ 16°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 16°F and rising to 4℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
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4cm 2in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, cloudy then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 956m 3,136ft to resort level ( 710m 2,329ft ).
Forecast times for Abtenau are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 17 February 2026 22:43 UTC
Powder Possible :- 15cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Abtenau over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Abtenau Snow Report
Snow report from Filzmoos ( 17km 11 miles from Abtenau)
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| Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 1,480m 4,856ft | -3℃ 27°F
 +8cm +3in
| -1℃ 29°F
 +4cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
+4cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
+1cm
| 5℃ 41°F
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| 1,095m 3,593ft | -1℃ 30°F
+8cm +3in
| 0℃ 33°F
+4cm +2in
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 39°F
| 7℃ 44°F
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| 710m 2,329ft | 2℃ 36°F
+6cm +3in
| 4℃ 38°F
+4cm +2in
| 7℃ 45°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+4cm +2in
| 6℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 44°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
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| Snow Line | varying 802m 2,631ft | varying 956m 3,136ft | varying 1,018m 3,340ft | 710m 2,329ft | varying 1,248m 4,094ft | varying 1,202m 3,944ft | |
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | 4℃ 38°F | 7℃ 45°F | 0℃ 32°F | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°F | 10℃ 50°F |
| Min Town | -6℃ 21°F | -9℃ 16°F | -4℃ 25°F | -11℃ 13°F | -4℃ 24°F | 4℃ 40°F | 1℃ 33°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.
Snow Forecast near Abtenau
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
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| Hochkönig | 14cm 5in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Obertraun/Dachstein | 11cm 5in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Dachstein West | 11cm 4in | 24cm 9in | |||||||
| Krippenstein | 12cm 5in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Rußbach | 11cm 4in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Schladming | 12cm 5in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Obertauern | 14cm 5in | 22cm 8in | |||||||
| Flachau | 12cm 5in | 15cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Abtenau typically enjoys reliable snow conditions from December to March, with an average snow depth of around 70 cm. For the latest snow and weather information, check J2Ski for up-to-date details.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Abtenau
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Abtenau, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Abtenau, 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 Abtenau 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 Abtenau 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 Abtenau 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.