Obergurgl-Hochgurgl Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
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This is the Snow Forecast for Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, Austria for 16 days from 18 May.
Updated 17 May 2025 21:33 CDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 40cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Obergurgl-Hochgurgl.
Forecast for today in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
Max 7℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
3cm New Snow
Light snow showers, clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl has 4cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl Snow Report
Snow report from Sölden (near Obergurgl-Hochgurgl)
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Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 3,080m | -3℃
 +3cm
| 2℃
 | 1℃
 +1cm
| 1℃
+5cm
| -2℃
 +17cm
| -2℃
+12cm
| -2℃
+1cm
|
| 2,505m | 2℃
+3cm
| 7℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
+1cm
| 1℃
+18cm
| 0℃
+18cm
| 0℃
+1cm
|
| 1,930m | 7℃
+3cm
| 11℃
| 9℃
| 10℃
 | 7℃
| 5℃
 | 9℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,930m | varying 2,809m | varying 2,719m | varying 2,449m | varying 2,299m | varying 2,229m | |
| Max Town | 7℃ | 11℃ | 9℃ | 10℃ | 7℃ | 5℃ | 9℃ |
| Min Town | 0℃ | -1℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ |
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.
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 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.
Max 7℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
3cm New Snow
Light snow showers, clear spells, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 11℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 9℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
20
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy, light rain showers, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,809m to 2,679m, with rain below.
Max 10℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
21
up to 5cm New Snow
Rain showers first, cloudy then thunderstorms, light rain later.
Snow Line from 2,719m to 2,449m, with rain below.
Max 7℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
22
up to 17cm New Snow
Snow at altitude first, light snow at altitude then light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,449m to 2,089m, with rain below.
Max 5℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
23
up to 12cm New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 2,299m to 2,209m, with rain below.
Max 9℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
24
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow at altitude then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,229m to 2,099m, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, Austria 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 Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, 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.
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl Snow Forecast updated at 21:33 CDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vent | 1cm | 39cm | |||||||
| Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis | 4cm | 31cm | |||||||
| Ladis | 3cm | 27cm | |||||||
| Neustift im Stubaital | 4cm | 26cm | |||||||
| Axamer Lizum | 4cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 4cm | 14cm | |||||||
| Sölden | 4cm | 11cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Obergurgl-Hochgurgl, 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 Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 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 Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 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 Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 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.