Where is Bad Gastein?

Bad Gastein is a ski resort in Austria.

How high is Bad Gastein?

Bad Gastein runs from a base elevation of 1,083 m (3,553 ft) to a summit of 2,686 m (8,812 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,603 m (5,259 ft).

How big is Bad Gastein?

Bad Gastein has 770 acres (311 hectares) of skiable terrain, 178 marked runs and 17 lifts.

Which ski pass covers Bad Gastein?

Bad Gastein is on the Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.

When is ski season at Bad Gastein?

Bad Gastein typically operates from February to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.

How much snow does Bad Gastein get in a typical season?

Bad Gastein averages 136 inches / 345 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.

Part of Gastein · 2 ski areas

Also:Schlossalm–Angertal

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Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

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Bad Gastein

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Off-season

Last season ended March 21, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:01 AM UTC · informational only

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Off-season — closed March 21

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Last Snowfall

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Powder Days

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:01 AM•Weather at base: 1083m

Overview

Bad Gastein is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Last season ended March 21, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~4 cm (1.6 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:01 UTC.

Resort Guide

Bad Gastein is a renowned ski resort located in the Gastein Valley of Austria, offering access to over 200 kilometers of slopes across four interconnected ski areas. The resort is known for its alpine charm, historic spa town atmosphere, and panoramic mountain views. Visitors benefit from modern lift systems, varied terrain suitable for all skill levels, and unique experiences such as thermal baths and après-ski in the picturesque village. Bad Gastein stands out for its blend of winter sports, wellness facilities, and vibrant cultural heritage.

Gallery

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Terrain & lifts

Resort-reported stats for Bad Gastein

Lifts

Skiable area

311.4 ac

Longest run

10.4 km / 6.5 mi

Runs by difficulty(178 total)

Beginner

39% of terrain

Intermediate

50% of terrain

Advanced

11% of terrain

Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.

Lift fleet

Gondola6

Resort Info

Summit2686m

Base1083m

Vertical1603m

Lifts17

Runs178

Skiable Area311.4 acres

Average snowfall136 inches / 345 cm

CountryAustria

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Season dates

Last season endedMarch 21, 2026

Projected openingFebruary 20, 2027

Ski passes

Salzburg Super Ski Card

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

Haeggbloms Bar – A stylish and popular après-ski spot in Bad Gastein, Haeggbloms Bar is renowned for its chic ambiance, creative cocktails, and regular live DJ performances, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

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Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model

Snowfall Forecast Maps

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Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:01 AM UTC

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The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.

Base

1083m

Temp

28.3°C

Wind

6.1km/h

Snow Depth

14-Day Forecast

3.7cm

Mid-Mountain

1885m

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7km/h

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3.7cm

Summit

2686m

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14.5°C

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9km/h

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3.7cm

El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Bad Gastein El Niño rank & forecast

Bad Gastein ranks #263 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −4% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar: Often a bit lighter early (−3% to −8% vs normal). History favors waiting for peak-depth months (often Feb–Mar) rather than skipping the resort.

#263 of 488Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

Strong-event signal: −4% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Bad Gastein averaged -4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -27%, '15-16 -15%, '23-24 +31%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −27%'15-16 −15%'23-24 +31%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Key

What the tiers mean

% vs each resort's own 30-year average in strong El Niño winters.

Tier	Signal	Means
A — Prime terrain	≥ +8%	Historically much snowier than normal.
B — Favored	+3% to +8%	Modest upside vs normal.
C — ENSO-proof	about −3% to +3%	Near-normal snowfall — a hedge, not a jackpot or bust.
D — Late bloomer	−3% to −8%	Often lighter early — aim Feb–Mar.
E — Timing play	≤ −8%	Often lighter overall — aim late winter.

Live Conditions

Bad Gastein Webcams

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Gastein Tourism / Feratel

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Bad Gastein (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 10:01 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
	Today 15 / 62.7mm			Sat, Aug 29 9 / 27.5mm			Sun, Aug 30 11 / 04.2mm			Mon, Aug 31 10 / 27.5mm			Tue, Sep 1 10 / 34.8mm			Wed, Sep 2 6 / 219.8mm
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Snow (cm)	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Precip (mm)	0	0.6	2.1	0.3	1.2	6	0.3	3.6	0.3	0	6	1.5	0	4.5	0.3	2.7	7.5	9.6
Temp (°C)	9	14	7	4	8	5	5	10	4	6	9	4	5	9	4	4	5	3
Wind (km/h)	5	8	4	7	4	5	3	6	1	2	3	1	4	5	2	2	4	3
Gusts (km/h)	34	45	37	26	19	25	14	25	11	13	18	10	25	35	25	21	34	28

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2686m)

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10-Day Forecast

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Summit elevation (2686m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

No official warning service is mapped for this resort’s country yet (v1 covers the United States, Canada and Switzerland). A bulletin may still be published locally.

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:01 AM UTC

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~236.7 cm. That's 31% below the 5-year average (343 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 30% below the 30-year average (340 cm).

Bad Gastein Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 463cm with an average of 135 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
Month	Avg Snowfall	Snowfall Days	Avg Base Depth	Max Base Depth	Biggest Snowfall
November	62.4cm	16 days	29cm	54cm	16.4cm
December	63.1cm	18 days	69cm	91cm	15cm
January	58.6cm	18 days	97cm	118cm	13.2cm
February	55.7cm	18 days	119cm	138cm	11.8cm
March	62.8cm	20 days	130cm	153cm	14.3cm
April	51.1cm	17 days	123cm	151cm	11.5cm
May	34.5cm	10 days	62cm	107cm	9.9cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Feb 20, 2027

Through Mar 21, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Bad Gastein, ERA5 season snowfall median was 372 cm (146 in), about 14% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

372 cm

10 El Niño winters · 14% below median

All-season median

431 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

Phase	Seasons	Median	p25–p75	Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent	10	372 cm	327 cm – 552 cm	2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña	12	459 cm	386 cm – 541 cm	2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral	8	475 cm	419 cm – 507 cm	2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Bad Gastein

Where is Bad Gastein?: Bad Gastein is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Bad Gastein?: Bad Gastein runs from a base elevation of 1,083 m (3,553 ft) to a summit of 2,686 m (8,812 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,603 m (5,259 ft).
How big is Bad Gastein?: Bad Gastein has 770 acres (311 hectares) of skiable terrain, 178 marked runs and 17 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Bad Gastein?: Bad Gastein is on the Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Bad Gastein?: Bad Gastein typically operates from February to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Bad Gastein get in a typical season?: Bad Gastein averages 136 inches / 345 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Bad Gastein in winter 2026-27?: El Niño Signal Rank: #263 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Bad Gastein averaged -4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -27%, '15-16 -15%, '23-24 +31%. A pattern, not a promise.

Bad Gastein

Overview

Resort Guide

Gallery

Terrain & lifts

Runs by difficulty(178 total)

Lift fleet

Resort Info

Top Après Ski

Snow Summary

Snowfall Forecast Maps

Current Conditions

Depth by source

Bad Gastein El Niño rank & forecast

Bad Gastein Webcams

Local Reports

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

Hourly Forecast Detail

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

10-Day Forecast

No bulletin for this mountain

Season vs Historic

Bad Gastein Snow History

Season at a Glance

ENSO seasonal analog

Best Months to Visit

Frequently asked questions about Bad Gastein

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