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Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Forecast - 19th October 2026

Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 October 2026 07:42 AEDT

Snow Forecast for Obertraun/Dachstein

Snow and Weather from 19 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Obertraun/Dachstein?

Obertraun/Dachstein Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,305m)
Next Snow Expected22 October
Next Snow Amount7cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days14cm

Forecast for today in Obertraun/Dachstein

Max 17℃
Min 10℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 17℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
19

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedCloudFog

Clear spells, cloudy, fog later.

Forecast times for Obertraun/Dachstein are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Obertraun/Dachstein 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Obertraun/Dachstein from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
19		Tue
20		Wed
21		Thu
22		Fri
23		Sat
24		Sun
25
Wind
2,100m
8℃
Fair
12℃
Clear
9℃
Cloud
+1cm
-2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+10cm
4℃
Clear
-1℃
Snow
+3cm
-2℃
Light Snow
+5cm
1,305m
13℃
Fair
17℃
Clear
14℃
Cloud
3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+7cm
9℃
Clear
4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
3℃
Light Snow
510m
17℃
Mixed
23℃
Clear
20℃
Cloud
8℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Cloud
10℃
Shwrs
8℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line

1,710m

varying 1,510m
to 1,095m

varying 1,572m
to 1,187m

varying 1,541m
to 1,172m

Max Town17℃23℃20℃8℃16℃10℃8℃
Min Town10℃9℃9℃5℃3℃3℃3℃

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 Obertraun/Dachstein

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Obertraun/Dachstein
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Rohrmoos3cm 35cm
Obertauern2cm 32cm
Schladming-28cm
Krippenstein-25cm
Dachstein West1cm 22cm
Flachau-22cm
Filzmoos-17cm
Gosau-16cm

How reliable is the snow in Obertraun/Dachstein?

Obertraun boasts reliable snow conditions, typically featuring 100-200 cm of snow depth during peak season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates on snowfall and conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Obertraun/Dachstein

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Obertraun/Dachstein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Obertraun/Dachstein, 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 Obertraun/Dachstein 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 Obertraun/Dachstein 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 Obertraun/Dachstein 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.