Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany for 16 days from 15 April.
Updated 15 April 2025 11:31 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 24 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Forecast for today in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Max 21℃ 70°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has 1cm - new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report
Snow report from Ehrwald ( 16km 10 miles from Garmisch-Partenkirchen)
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | Mon 21 | |
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| Wind | SE F2 | ||||||
| 2,830m 9,285ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 9℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 40°F
+1cm
| -4℃ 25°F
 +7cm +3in
| 4℃ 38°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm +1in
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| SE F3 | |||||||
| 1,765m 5,791ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 8℃ 47°F
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| SE F2 | |||||||
| 700m 2,297ft | 21℃ 70°F
| 22℃ 72°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 22℃ 71°F
| 14℃ 58°F
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| Snow Line | varying 2,769m 9,085ft | varying 2,339m 7,674ft | varying 2,639m 8,658ft | varying 2,589m 8,494ft | |||
| Max Town | 21℃ 70°F | 22℃ 72°F | 15℃ 59°F | 11℃ 51°F | 17℃ 63°F | 22℃ 71°F | 14℃ 58°F |
| Min Town | 10℃ 50°F | 10℃ 50°F | 9℃ 48°F | 7℃ 45°F | 5℃ 42°F | 11℃ 51°F | 10℃ 50°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.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 21℃ 70°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 21℃ 70°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 22℃ 72°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 72°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 9℃ 48°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ 48°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 2,769m 9,085ft to 2,659m 8,724ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
18
up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow
Fog first, cloudy then light rain, fog later.
Snow Line from 2,339m 7,674ft to 1,959m 6,427ft , with rain below.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 5℃ 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, fair later.
Max 22℃ 71°F
Min 11℃ 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ 51°F to daytime highs around 22℃ 71°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, fair later.
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
21
up to 1cm up to 1in New Snow
Light rain showers, thunderstorms, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,589m 8,494ft to 2,359m 7,740ft , with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Forecast updated at 11:31 BST, next update expected imminently.
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Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Garmisch-Partenkirchen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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.