📷 Garmisch Classic
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Garmisch Classic
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Nov 28
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 06:04 PM UTC · informational only
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Overview
Garmisch Classic is a ski resort in Europe, Germany, currently closed for the season (Closed for the season · reopens Nov 28). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 18:04 UTC.
Resort Guide
Garmisch Classic is located in the Bavarian Alps near Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, and offers a diverse ski area with slopes suitable for all skill levels. The resort features 40 kilometers of pistes, modern lift systems, and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Signature experiences include skiing on the historic Kandahar run and enjoying family-friendly amenities, while the resort’s proximity to the Zugspitze glacier provides additional opportunities for winter sports and alpine activities. Garmisch Classic stands out for its blend of traditional alpine charm and access to both challenging and leisurely terrain.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Garmisch Classic
Lifts
60
Skiable area
988.4 ac
Longest run
8.8 km / 5.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(60 total)
Beginner
18
30% of terrain
Intermediate
27
45% of terrain
Advanced
15
25% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola2
- Aerial tram2
- High-speed quad1
- Double chair2
- Surface lift8
Snowmaking covers about 62% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Peaches – A longstanding favorite in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Peaches is renowned for its energetic après-ski scene, offering a vibrant mix of cocktails, music, and a lively crowd that makes it a go-to spot for both locals and visitors after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
The Alps region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 06:04 PM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- GHCNBase 0cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Base
700m
Temp
14.3°C
Wind
2.6km/h
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Mid-Mountain
1375m
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3km/h
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Summit
2050m
Temp
5.5°C
Wind
2.6km/h
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Live Conditions
Garmisch Classic Webcams
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 Garmisch Classic (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 21, 6:04 PM
Today 10 / 417.4mm | Sat, Aug 22 10 / 31.2mm | Sun, Aug 23 11 / 10.6mm | Mon, Aug 24 14 / 20.6mm | Tue, Aug 25 13 / 611.7mm | Wed, Aug 26 19 / 6 | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 11.1 | 6.3 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 | 0 | 10.5 | 1.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 8 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 9 | 5 | 5 | 11 | 4 | 7 | 14 | 6 | 9 | 13 | 8 | 10 | 18 | 9 |
| Wind (km/h) | 4 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 11 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 5 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 16 | 32 | 25 | 31 | 40 | 22 | 16 | 25 | 13 | 16 | 25 | 15 | 39 | 62 | 36 | 17 | 23 | 25 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2050m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
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10.4°
3.8°
17 km/h
Sat
22
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9.6°
3.2°
12 km/h
Sun
23
🌧️
11.4°
1°
9 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
14.4°
1.6°
8 km/h
Tue
25
🌦️
13°
6°
11 km/h
Wed
26
☁️
18.9°
6°
9 km/h
Thu
27
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21°
6.9°
11 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
10.6°
7.1°
9 km/h
Sat
29
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9.7°
5.2°
5 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
11.9°
3.6°
7 km/h
Summit elevation (2050m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 06:04 PM UTC
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Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 283cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 288cm full-season avg
283cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~251.9 cm. That's 11% below the 5-year average (283 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 13% below the 30-year average (288 cm).
Garmisch Classic Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 329cm with an average of 102 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 43.9cm | 13 days | 12cm | 33cm | 11.5cm |
| December | 53.7cm | 16 days | 43cm | 63cm | 11.1cm |
| January | 55.1cm | 17 days | 71cm | 90cm | 11.5cm |
| February | 52.5cm | 16 days | 92cm | 109cm | 10.8cm |
| March | 52.9cm | 16 days | 94cm | 115cm | 11.5cm |
| April | 35.2cm | 11 days | 65cm | 97cm | 8.2cm |
| May | 10.1cm | 5 days | 10cm | 36cm | 4.7cm |
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 Nov 28, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at Garmisch Classic, ERA5 season snowfall median was 289 cm (114 in), about 8% 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
289 cm
10 El Niño winters · 8% below median
All-season median
315 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 289 cm | 272 cm – 336 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 357 cm | 334 cm – 398 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 302 cm | 281 cm – 318 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.
Frequently asked questions about Garmisch Classic
- Where is Garmisch Classic?
- Garmisch Classic is a ski resort in Germany.
- How high is Garmisch Classic?
- Garmisch Classic runs from a base elevation of 700 m (2,297 ft) to a summit of 2,050 m (6,726 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,350 m (4,429 ft).
- How big is Garmisch Classic?
- Garmisch Classic has 988 acres (400 hectares) of skiable terrain, 60 marked runs and 60 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Garmisch Classic?
- Garmisch Classic is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Garmisch Classic get in a typical season?
- Garmisch Classic averages 75 inches / 191 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
