Elferlifte Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Elferlifte
This is the Snow and Weather for Elferlifte from 16 February.
Updated 16 February 2026 00:47 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Elferlifte.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Elferlifte Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Elferlifte?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 11cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 41cm 16in |
Forecast for today in Elferlifte
Max 5℃ 42°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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6cm to 9cm 2in to 3in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, heavy snow then light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,680m 5,512ft to resort level ( 1,080m 3,543ft ).
Forecast times for Elferlifte are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 February 2026 01:42 UTC
Powder Possible :- 16cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Elferlifte over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Elferlifte Snow Report
Snow report from Kühtai-Sellraintal ( 24km 15 miles from Elferlifte)
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,080m 6,824ft | -3℃ 27°F
 +9cm +3in
| -7℃ 19°F
+6cm +2in
| -4℃ 24°F
 | -4℃ 24°F
+10cm +4in
| -6℃ 22°F
 +4cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
+8cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
+6cm +2in
|
| 1,580m 5,184ft | 1℃ 35°F
+11cm +4in
| -3℃ 27°F
+5cm +2in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+11cm +4in
| -1℃ 29°F
+4cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+6cm +2in
| 6℃ 43°F
+4cm +2in
|
| 1,080m 3,543ft | 5℃ 42°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+8cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 9℃ 49°F
+2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,680m 5,512ft | varying 1,111m 3,645ft | varying 1,157m 3,796ft | 1,080m 3,543ft | varying 1,388m 4,554ft | varying 1,634m 5,361ft | |
| Max Town | 5℃ 42°F | 2℃ 35°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F | 2℃ 36°F | 4℃ 38°F | 9℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 26°F | -9℃ 17°F | -15℃ 5°F | -4℃ 25°F | -5℃ 23°F | -7℃ 20°F | 1℃ 34°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 Elferlifte
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 19cm 7in | 57cm 22in | |||||||
| Sölden | 15cm 6in | 49cm 19in | |||||||
| Innsbruck | 21cm 8in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Seefeld | 23cm 9in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Hintertux | 12cm 5in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Igls | 12cm 5in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Obergurgl-Hochgurgl | 13cm 5in | 40cm 16in |
Snow Reliability
Elferlifte typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 200 cm each season. For the latest snow depth and conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Elferlifte
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Elferlifte, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Elferlifte, 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 Elferlifte 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 Elferlifte 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 Elferlifte 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.