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Forstau Snow Forecast - 18th April 2026

Forstau Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 April 2026 00:41 UTC

Snow Forecast for Forstau

Snow and Weather from 18 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Forstau Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Forstau?

Forstau Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,410m)
Next Snow Expected21 April
Next Snow Amount 6cm 2in
Next 48 Hours - -
Next 7 Days 7cm 3in
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Forecast for today in Forstau

Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
18

Snow unlikely

FairClearCloudFair

Fair first, clear sky then cloudy, fair later.

Forecast times for Forstau are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Forstau from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Fri
24
Wind
1,890m 6,201ft
10℃ 51°F
Cloud
9℃ 49°F
Cloud
5℃ 41°F
Cloud
+1cm
0℃ 32°F
Snow
+4cm +2in
2℃ 35°F
Fair
1℃ 34°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Mixed
1,410m 4,626ft
13℃ 55°F
Cloud
12℃ 54°F
Cloud
7℃ 45°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
3℃ 37°F
Light Snow
+6cm +2in
4℃ 40°F
Fair
4℃ 40°F
Cloud
11℃ 51°F
Mixed
930m 3,051ft
17℃ 62°F
Cloud
16℃ 61°F
Cloud
11℃ 52°F
Cloud
6℃ 43°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Fair
10℃ 49°F
Cloud
14℃ 58°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 1,453m 4,767ft
to 1,176m 3,858ft

varying 1,499m 4,918ft
to 961m 3,153ft

Max Town 17℃ 62°F 16℃ 61°F 11℃ 52°F 6℃ 43°F 8℃ 46°F 10℃ 49°F 14℃ 58°F
Min Town 2℃ 35°F 4℃ 39°F 3℃ 38°F 0℃ 32°F -3℃ 27°F 0℃ 32°F 2℃ 35°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.

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Snow Forecast near Forstau

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Forstau
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Hochkönig 2cm 1in 12cm 5in
Flachau 1cm - 9cm 4in
Schladming 1cm - 9cm 4in
Alpendorf- 8cm 3in
Obertauern 2cm 1in 7cm 3in
Filzmoos- 6cm 2in
Abtenau- 2cm 1in

Snow Reliability

Forstau enjoys good snow reliability, typically achieving snow depths of around 100 cm in mid-winter. The region experiences consistent snowfall, but it's advisable to check the latest snow conditions on J2Ski before your trip.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Forstau

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