Altaussee Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 16 May 2026 21:44 UTC
Snow Forecast for Altaussee
Snow and Weather from 16 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Altaussee Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Altaussee?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Altaussee
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 4℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
16
up to 9cm up to 4in New Snow
Light rain, drizzle, light drizzle later.
Snow Line from 1,696m 5,564ft to 1,142m 3,747ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Altaussee are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,800m 5,906ft | -1℃ 31°F
 +9cm +4in
| 5℃ 40°F
 +1cm
| 8℃ 47°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 1,264m 4,145ft | 3℃ 37°F
+4cm +2in
| 8℃ 47°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 13℃ 55°F
|
| 727m 2,385ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 19℃ 65°F
| 17℃ 63°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,696m 5,564ft | varying 1,573m 5,161ft | |||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 13℃ 55°F | 16℃ 61°F | 15℃ 59°F | 17℃ 62°F | 19℃ 65°F | 17℃ 63°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 40°F | 4℃ 39°F | 1℃ 34°F | 8℃ 45°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 50°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 Altaussee
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohrmoos | 10cm 4in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Schladming | 9cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Gosau | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Filzmoos | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Ebensee am Traunsee | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Abtenau | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Eben im Pongau | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Altaussee generally enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of around 70 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall updates, be sure to check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Altaussee
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Altaussee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Altaussee, 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 Altaussee 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 Altaussee 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 Altaussee 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.