Harz Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 18 April 2026 00:46 UTC
Snow Forecast for Harz
Snow and Weather from 18 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Harz Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Harz?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
Forecast for today in Harz
Max 16℃ 62°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Harz are in Berlin (Europe/Berlin) time zone.
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| Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | W F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | |||
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| 3℃ 38°F
 | 6℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 8℃ 46°F
|
| NW F2 | W F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | ||||
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
|
| NW F2 | W F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | ||||
| 600m 1,969ft | 16℃ 62°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 4℃ 40°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,262m 4,140ft | varying 1,015m 3,330ft | |||||
| Max Town | 16℃ 62°F | 9℃ 48°F | 4℃ 40°F | 9℃ 49°F | 12℃ 53°F | 12℃ 54°F | 14℃ 57°F |
| Min Town | 9℃ 47°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 31°F | -1℃ 30°F | 1℃ 34°F | 4℃ 39°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 Harz
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sankt Andreasberg / Sonnenberg | 8cm 3in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Braunlage | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Harz typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 50-100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate information on snowfall and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Harz
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Harz, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Harz, 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 Harz 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 Harz 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 Harz 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.