Oberau Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 15 March 2026 18:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Oberau
Snow and Weather from 15 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
null snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Oberau Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Oberau?
| Next Snow Expected | 15 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 17cm 7in |
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Forecast for today in Oberau
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 0℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
15
1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 936m 3,071ft ).
Forecast times for Oberau are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 15 March 2026 18:49 UTC
Powder Possible :- 11cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Oberau over the next 2 days.
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| Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,900m 6,234ft | -1℃ 30°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 33°F
| 1℃ 34°F
 +5cm +2in
|
| 1,418m 4,652ft | 2℃ 36°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+4cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+4cm +2in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 38°F
+6cm +2in
|
| 936m 3,071ft | 6℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 8℃ 47°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| 7℃ 45°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 6℃ 43°F
+4cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 936m 3,071ft | varying 1,705m 5,594ft | varying 1,105m 3,625ft | varying 1,228m 4,029ft | varying 1,013m 3,323ft | ||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 8℃ 47°F | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 45°F | 12℃ 53°F | 10℃ 50°F | 6℃ 43°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | 0℃ 33°F | -6℃ 20°F | -8℃ 17°F | -7℃ 20°F | -4℃ 24°F | -3℃ 27°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 Oberau
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpbach | 14cm 6in | 19cm 8in | |||||||
| Seefeld | 12cm 5in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Reith im Alpbachtal | 12cm 5in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Thierbach | 11cm 4in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Kramsach | 9cm 4in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 11cm 4in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Auffach | 10cm 4in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Niederau | 7cm 3in | 12cm 5in |
Snow Reliability
Oberau typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching up to 1.5 meters during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including snowfall and snowmelt updates, check J2Ski for real-time information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Oberau
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Oberau, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Oberau, 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 Oberau 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 Oberau 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 Oberau 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.