Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 17 March 2026 07:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Snow and Weather from 17 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
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Forecast for today in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
17
up to 4cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,346m 4,416ft to 808m 2,651ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Garmisch-Partenkirchen are in Berlin (Europe/Berlin) time zone.
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| Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,830m 9,285ft | -9℃ 16°F
 +4cm +1in
| -5℃ 23°F
 | -4℃ 24°F
| -5℃ 24°F
| -6℃ 21°F
+1cm
| -5℃ 23°F
+2cm +1in
| -6℃ 21°F
|
| 1,765m 5,791ft | -2℃ 29°F
+3cm +1in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
 +1cm
| 1℃ 33°F
|
| 700m 2,297ft | 6℃ 42°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 7℃ 45°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,346m 4,416ft | varying 1,469m 4,820ft | varying 2,038m 6,686ft | ||||
| Max Town | 6℃ 42°F | 8℃ 47°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 50°F | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 50°F | 7℃ 45°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 31°F | -3℃ 26°F | -4℃ 25°F | -4℃ 26°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 31°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.
Snow Forecast near Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Snow Reliability
Garmisch-Partenkirchen typically enjoys reliable snow cover from December to April, with average snow depths ranging from 30 to 150 cm. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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.