Rifflsee Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Rifflsee
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This is the Snow Forecast for Rifflsee, Austria for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 00:34 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 20cm 8in |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Rifflsee.
Forecast for today in Rifflsee
Max 21℃ 71°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, rain showers later.
Rifflsee has 20cm 8in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Rifflsee Snow Report
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,800m 9,186ft | 12℃ 53°F
| 7℃ 45°F
 +12cm +5in
| 1℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| 1℃ 33°F
 +2cm +1in
| 10℃ 50°F
 | 17℃ 63°F
| 20℃ 68°F
 |
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 17℃ 63°F
| 11℃ 53°F
 +2cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 11℃ 52°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 21℃ 69°F
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| 1,600m 5,249ft | 21℃ 71°F
| 15℃ 59°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
 | 8℃ 47°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 22℃ 72°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,469m 8,100ft | varying 2,389m 7,838ft | varying 2,389m 7,838ft | 2,369m 7,772ft | |||
| Max Town | 21℃ 71°F | 15℃ 59°F | 8℃ 47°F | 8℃ 47°F | 14℃ 56°F | 19℃ 66°F | 22℃ 72°F |
| Min Town | 10℃ 50°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 37°F | 6℃ 42°F | 6℃ 42°F | 8℃ 46°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.
Rifflsee 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 21℃ 71°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 71°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
up to 12cm up to 5in New Snow
Light rain first, light rain showers then cloudy, rain later.
Snow Line from 2,469m 8,100ft to 2,149m 7,051ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Light rain, clear spells, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,389m 7,838ft to 1,899m 6,230ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
09
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Rain showers, light rain, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,389m 7,838ft to 1,909m 6,263ft , with rain below.
Max 14℃ 56°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
11
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Rifflsee, 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 Rifflsee, 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.
Rifflsee Snow Forecast updated at 00:34 UTC, next update expected 06:00 UTC.
Snow Forecast near Rifflsee
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pitztal | 42cm 16in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Sölden | 28cm 11in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Pitztaler Gletscher | 25cm 10in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Obergurgl-Hochgurgl | 10cm 4in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 6cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis | 5cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Ladis | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| HochZeiger | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Rifflsee
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Rifflsee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Rifflsee, 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 Rifflsee 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 Rifflsee 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 Rifflsee 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.