Harz Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Harz
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This is the Snow Forecast for Harz, Germany for 16 days from 31 December.
Updated 30 December 2024 22:30 CST.
| Next Snow Expected | 2 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm |
| Next 7 Days | 29cm |
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Forecast for today in Harz
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Harz has 13cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Harz Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Harz 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 31 | Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | W F3 | S F3 | SW F4 | |
| 1,500m | -7℃
| -4℃
 +3cm
| -4℃
 +10cm
| -8℃
+7cm
| -8℃
+2cm
| -2℃
 +4cm
| 3℃
+1cm
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | W F3 | SW F2 | S F2 | SW F4 | |
| 1,050m | -4℃
| -1℃
| -2℃
+7cm
| -5℃
+7cm
| -5℃
+3cm
| 1℃
+4cm
| 5℃
|
| SW F3 | SW F4 | W F3 | W F3 | SW F2 | S F2 | SW F4 | |
| 600m | -1℃
| 1℃
| 1℃
+3cm
| -2℃
+5cm
| -2℃
+2cm
| 4℃
+4cm
| 8℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,249m | varying 719m | 600m | 600m | varying 1,299m | varying 1,259m | |
| Max Town | -1℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ | 4℃ | 8℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ | -3℃ | -5℃ | -5℃ | 2℃ |
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 at a glance
| Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to 839m | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base | Snow to base |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Harz.
Harz Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
31
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
01
up to 3cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,249m to 839m, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
02
3cm to 10cm New Snow
Light snow, snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow Line from 719m to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
03
5cm to 7cm New Snow
Light snow showers.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
04
2cm New Snow
Light snow showers early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
05
4cm New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, light rain later.
Snow Line from 1,299m to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
06
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells.
Snow Line from 1,259m to 889m, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Harz, Germany gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Harz, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Harz Snow Forecast updated at 22:30 CST, next update expected 04:00 CST.
Snow Forecast near Harz
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunlage | 8cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Sankt Andreasberg / Sonnenberg | 6cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Hahnenklee | 3cm | 11cm |
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, 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.