Berchtesgadener Land Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 19 April 2026 20:47 BST
Snow Forecast for Berchtesgadener Land
Snow and Weather from 19 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Berchtesgadener Land Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Berchtesgadener Land?
| Next Snow Expected | 2 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 24cm 10in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
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Forecast for today in Berchtesgadener Land
Max 18℃ 64°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 64°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light drizzle later.
Forecast times for Berchtesgadener Land are in Berlin (Europe/Berlin) time zone.
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| Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | Sat 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,800m 5,906ft | 10℃ 50°F
| 4℃ 39°F
 +1cm +1in
| 1℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| 1,170m 3,839ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 6℃ 42°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 56°F
|
| 540m 1,772ft | 18℃ 64°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 51°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 17℃ 62°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,478m 4,849ft | varying 1,586m 5,203ft | 1,463m 4,800ft | ||||
| Max Town | 18℃ 64°F | 13℃ 55°F | 10℃ 51°F | 10℃ 51°F | 15℃ 59°F | 17℃ 62°F | 17℃ 62°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 40°F | 5℃ 40°F | 2℃ 35°F | -2℃ 28°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°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 Berchtesgadener Land
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hochkönig | 7cm 3in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Fieberbrunn | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Reit im Winkl | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Schleching / Geigelstein | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Berchtesgadener Land typically enjoys a reliable snow cover, with average depths ranging from 50 to 150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions and updates, visit J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Berchtesgadener Land
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Berchtesgadener Land, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Berchtesgadener Land, 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 Berchtesgadener Land 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 Berchtesgadener Land 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 Berchtesgadener Land 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.