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Hintersee Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Hintersee Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 May 2026 12:41 UTC

Snow Forecast for Hintersee

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Hintersee Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Hintersee?

Hintersee Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,173m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Hintersee.

Forecast for today in Hintersee

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 3℃ 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
18

Snow unlikely

FairClearCloudFair

Fair first, clear sky then cloudy, fair later.

Forecast times for Hintersee are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hintersee from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Wind
1,600m 5,249ft
10℃ 50°F
Clear
11℃ 51°F
Lt Drizzle
12℃ 53°F
Cloud
11℃ 52°F
Lt Drizzle
15℃ 60°F
Clear
17℃ 63°F
Clear
18℃ 65°F
Clear
1,173m 3,848ft
13℃ 55°F
Clear
13℃ 56°F
Lt Drizzle
14℃ 58°F
Cloud
14℃ 57°F
Lt Drizzle
18℃ 64°F
Clear
20℃ 68°F
Clear
21℃ 70°F
Clear
746m 2,448ft
15℃ 59°F
Clear
16℃ 60°F
Lt Drizzle
17℃ 62°F
Cloud
16℃ 61°F
Lt Drizzle
20℃ 69°F
Clear
23℃ 72°F
Clear
23℃ 74°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town 15℃ 59°F 16℃ 60°F 17℃ 62°F 16℃ 61°F 20℃ 69°F 23℃ 72°F 23℃ 74°F
Min Town 3℃ 37°F 7℃ 44°F 7℃ 45°F 8℃ 47°F 8℃ 47°F 8℃ 47°F 10℃ 50°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 Reliability

Hintersee enjoys reliable snow conditions throughout the winter, with average snow depths ranging from 70 to 150 centimeters. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing, but for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hintersee

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hintersee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hintersee, 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 Hintersee 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 Hintersee 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 Hintersee 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.