Rifflsee Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 November 2026 06:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Rifflsee
Snow and Weather from 12 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Rifflsee Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Rifflsee?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 27cm 11in |
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Forecast for today in Rifflsee
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
12
up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow
Fog, light drizzle, heavy drizzle later.
Snow Line from 2,415m 7,923ft to 1,954m 6,411ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Rifflsee are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 12 November 2026 07:45 UTC
Powder Possible :- 10cm 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Rifflsee over the next 2 days.
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| Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | ||||||
| 2,800m 9,186ft | 0℃ 33°F
 +6cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +7cm +3in
| -3℃ 27°F
 | -2℃ 28°F
| -1℃ 29°F
+3cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +2cm +1in
| -5℃ 22°F
+3cm +1in
|
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 4℃ 38°F
+4cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 3℃ 38°F
 +1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
|
| 1,600m 5,249ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 3℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 44°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 8℃ 46°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
+2cm +1in
| 3℃ 37°F
+2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 2,415m 7,923ft | varying 1,877m 6,158ft | varying 2,538m 8,327ft | 1,600m 5,249ft | varying 1,831m 6,007ft | ||
| Max Town | 8℃ 46°F | 3℃ 38°F | 6℃ 44°F | 8℃ 45°F | 8℃ 46°F | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 37°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | -9℃ 16°F | -9℃ 16°F | -8℃ 18°F | -4℃ 25°F | -14℃ 7°F | -3℃ 26°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 Rifflsee
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 13cm 5in | 39cm 16in | |||||||
| Sölden | 13cm 5in | 37cm 15in | |||||||
| HochZeiger | 11cm 4in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Obergurgl-Hochgurgl | 12cm 5in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Pitztal | 11cm 4in | 34cm 13in | |||||||
| Pitztaler Gletscher | 14cm 6in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Vent | 12cm 5in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Ladis | 11cm 4in | 30cm 12in |
How reliable is the snow in Rifflsee?
Rifflsee enjoys excellent snow reliability, typically featuring snow depths of 50-200 cm throughout the season. The region's consistent snowfall ensures a great experience, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski.
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.