Oberau Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 18 May 2026 13:44 BST
Snow Forecast for Oberau
Snow and Weather from 18 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Oberau Snow Forecast Highlights
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Forecast for today in Oberau
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then cloudy, rain showers later.
Forecast times for Oberau are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Mon 18 | Tue 19 | Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 | Sat 23 | Sun 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,900m 6,234ft | 8℃ 46°F
 | 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 58°F
 | 17℃ 63°F
| 18℃ 64°F
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| 1,418m 4,652ft | 11℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 18℃ 64°F
| 20℃ 69°F
| 21℃ 70°F
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| 936m 3,071ft | 15℃ 59°F
| 14℃ 58°F
| 15℃ 60°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 24℃ 75°F
| 24℃ 76°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 15℃ 59°F | 14℃ 58°F | 15℃ 60°F | 17℃ 63°F | 21℃ 69°F | 24℃ 75°F | 24℃ 76°F |
| Min Town | 0℃ 32°F | 6℃ 43°F | 7℃ 45°F | 8℃ 46°F | 3℃ 37°F | 7℃ 44°F | 10℃ 49°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.
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Snow Forecast near Oberau
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
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| Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 13cm 5in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Ehrwald | 12cm 5in | 14cm 5in | |||||||
| Innsbruck | 9cm 3in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Alpbach | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Seefeld | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Ski Juwel Alpbachtal Wildschönau | 1cm 1in | 1cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Oberau typically enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching up to 1.5 meters during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, including snowfall and snowmelt updates, check J2Ski for real-time information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Oberau
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Oberau, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Oberau, 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 Oberau 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 Oberau 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 Oberau 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.