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Graukogel Snow Forecast - 16th May 2026

Graukogel Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 May 2026 16:51 CDT

Snow Forecast for Graukogel

Snow and Weather from 16 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Graukogel Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Graukogel?

Graukogel Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,543m)
Next Snow Expected16 May
Next Snow Amount5cm
Next 48 Hours5cm
Next 7 Days6cm

Forecast for today in Graukogel

Max 6℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Sat
16

up to 8cm New Snow

MixedCloudMixedCloud

Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 1,725m to 1,217m, with rain below.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Graukogel from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
16		Sun
17		Mon
18		Tue
19		Wed
20		Thu
21		Fri
22
Wind
2,007m
0℃
Snow
+8cm
4℃
Mixed
7℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
+3cm
6℃
Shwrs
9℃
Mixed
9℃
Cloud
1,543m
3℃
Snow
+5cm
7℃
Clear
10℃
Cloud
10℃
Light Snow
+1cm
10℃
Shwrs
15℃
Mixed
14℃
Cloud
1,079m
6℃
Cloud
10℃
Clear
13℃
Cloud
13℃
Lt Drizzle
13℃
Shwrs
18℃
Mixed
17℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 1,725m
to 1,217m

1,125m

varying 1,587m
to 1,479m

Max Town6℃10℃13℃13℃13℃18℃17℃
Min Town1℃-4℃-1℃4℃6℃6℃9℃

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 Graukogel

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Graukogel
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Mayrhofen7cm 14cm
Bad Gastein6cm 11cm
Bad Hofgastein7cm 11cm
Gastein6cm 11cm
Saalbach Hinterglemm8cm 10cm
Dorfgastein6cm 9cm
Niederau9cm 9cm
Sportgastein4cm 8cm

Snow Reliability

Graukogel typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 60-120 cm throughout the season. With consistent snowfall, skiers can enjoy great conditions, but it's advisable to check J2Ski for the latest updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Graukogel

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