Oberstaufen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 08 May 2026 13:53 BST
Snow Forecast for Oberstaufen
Snow and Weather from 8 May.
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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Oberstaufen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Oberstaufen?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 1cm - |
Forecast for today in Oberstaufen
Max 18℃ 65°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 18℃ 65°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, fair later.
Forecast times for Oberstaufen are in Berlin (Europe/Berlin) time zone.
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| Fri 08 | Sat 09 | Sun 10 | Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 1,880m 6,168ft | 10℃ 51°F
 | 12℃ 54°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 5℃ 41°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
 +3cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 1℃ 34°F
 |
| SW F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 1,240m 4,068ft | 15℃ 58°F
| 16℃ 61°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 6℃ 44°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 50°F
| 5℃ 42°F
 |
| SW F3 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 600m 1,969ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 21℃ 69°F
| 21℃ 70°F
| 13℃ 55°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,538m 5,046ft | varying 1,585m 5,200ft | |||||
| Max Town | 18℃ 65°F | 21℃ 69°F | 21℃ 70°F | 13℃ 55°F | 10℃ 50°F | 14℃ 57°F | 9℃ 48°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 49°F | 4℃ 39°F | 1℃ 33°F | 5℃ 41°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 Oberstaufen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damüls | - | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Fellhorn - Kanzelwand | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Oberstdorf | - | 16cm 6in | |||||||
| Laterns | - | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Oberjoch-Hindelang | - | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Rettenberg | - | 6cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Oberstaufen typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 80 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski to plan your visit effectively.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Oberstaufen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Oberstaufen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Oberstaufen, 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 Oberstaufen 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 Oberstaufen 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 Oberstaufen 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.