Dorfgastein Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 06 June 2026 08:44 BST
Snow Forecast for Dorfgastein
Snow and Weather from 6 June.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Dorfgastein Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Dorfgastein?
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Forecast for today in Dorfgastein
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 8℃ 46°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
06
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then light drizzle, clear sky later.
Forecast times for Dorfgastein are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Sat 06 | Sun 07 | Mon 08 | Tue 09 | Wed 10 | Thu 11 | Fri 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,033m 6,670ft | 13℃ 55°F
 | 14℃ 58°F
 | 16℃ 60°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 5℃ 40°F
 +6cm +2in
| 7℃ 45°F
+1cm
| 16℃ 62°F
|
| 1,432m 4,697ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 18℃ 65°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 15℃ 59°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
 | 21℃ 70°F
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| 830m 2,723ft | 22℃ 72°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 25℃ 77°F
| 19℃ 66°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 25℃ 77°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,738m 5,702ft | varying 1,584m 5,197ft | |||||
| Max Town | 22℃ 72°F | 22℃ 72°F | 25℃ 77°F | 19℃ 66°F | 12℃ 54°F | 17℃ 62°F | 25℃ 77°F |
| Min Town | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 45°F | 10℃ 49°F | 11℃ 52°F | 6℃ 42°F | 6℃ 43°F | 6℃ 42°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 Dorfgastein
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rauris | - | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Sportgastein | - | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Kaprun | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Bad Gastein | - | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Gastein | - | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Bad Hofgastein | - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Obertauern | - | 6cm 3in | |||||||
| Saalbach Hinterglemm | - | 4cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Dorfgastein typically enjoys a solid snow depth of 50 to 100 cm during peak season. Snowfall is reliable, and the resort's elevation helps maintain good conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Dorfgastein
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Dorfgastein, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Dorfgastein, 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 Dorfgastein 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 Dorfgastein 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 Dorfgastein 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.