Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen
This is the Snow Forecast for Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany for 16 days from 14 November.
Updated 14 November 2025 08:02 IST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Garmisch-Partenkirchen?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 24cm |
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Forecast for today in Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Max 19℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,830m | 5℃
 | 3℃
 | 1℃
+1cm
| -5℃
 +13cm
| -11℃
| -12℃
 +1cm
| -12℃
+7cm
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| SE F2 | |||||||
| 1,765m | 12℃
| 10℃
| 8℃
| 3℃
+3cm
| -3℃
| -4℃
+1cm
| -4℃
+7cm
|
| 700m | 19℃
| 17℃
| 14℃
| 9℃
| 3℃
| 0℃
| 0℃
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| Snow Line | 2,299m | varying 2,279m | varying 2,239m | 700m | 899m | 899m | |
| Max Town | 19℃ | 17℃ | 14℃ | 9℃ | 3℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ |
| Min Town | 8℃ | 8℃ | 8℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ |
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 19℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 19℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max 17℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 14℃
Min 8℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 2,279m to 2,129m, with rain below.
Max 9℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
up to 13cm New Snow
Light rain, light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 2,239m to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fog later.
Max 0℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to 899m, with rain below.
Max 0℃
Min -2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -2℃ to daytime highs around 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
up to 7cm New Snow
Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to 899m, 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 08:02 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Snow Reliability
Garmisch-Partenkirchen typically enjoys reliable snow cover from December to April, with average snow depths ranging from 30 to 150 cm. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
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.