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HochZeiger Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

HochZeiger Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 12:44 UTC

Snow Forecast for HochZeiger

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

HochZeiger Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in HochZeiger?

HochZeiger Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,950m)
Next Snow Expected19 April
Next Snow Amount 2cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 2cm 1in
Next 7 Days 5cm 2in
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Forecast for today in HochZeiger

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min -3℃ 27°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 15℃ 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

FairClearMixedClear

Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for HochZeiger from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
2,450m 8,038ft
5℃ 42°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Clear
2℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+1cm
0℃ 31°F
Snow
+4cm +1in
-1℃ 30°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm +1in
1℃ 34°F
Clear
1℃ 34°F
Clear
1,950m 6,398ft
9℃ 48°F
Clear
9℃ 49°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
4℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
3℃ 37°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
5℃ 40°F
Clear
5℃ 41°F
Clear
1,450m 4,757ft
15℃ 59°F
Mixed
15℃ 59°F
Fair
11℃ 52°F
Lt Drizzle
8℃ 47°F
Light Snow
+4cm +2in
4℃ 40°F
Snow
+2cm +1in
7℃ 44°F
Clear
11℃ 51°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 2,081m 6,827ft
to 1,727m 5,666ft

varying 2,281m 7,484ft
to 1,450m 4,757ft

varying 1,896m 6,220ft
to 1,450m 4,757ft

Max Town 15℃ 59°F 15℃ 59°F 11℃ 52°F 8℃ 47°F 4℃ 40°F 7℃ 44°F 11℃ 51°F
Min Town -3℃ 27°F 0℃ 31°F 1℃ 34°F 0℃ 32°F -5℃ 23°F -7℃ 20°F -6℃ 22°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.

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Snow Forecast near HochZeiger

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near HochZeiger
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis 7cm 3in 21cm 8in
Sölden 5cm 2in 16cm 6in
Pitztaler Gletscher 6cm 3in 14cm 6in
Pitztal 3cm 1in 12cm 5in
Rifflsee 6cm 2in 12cm 5in
Obergurgl-Hochgurgl 2cm 1in 8cm 3in
Kühtai-Sellraintal 1cm 1in 7cm 3in
Vent- 5cm 2in

Snow Reliability

The snow reliability at HochZeiger is impressive, with average depths of 40-100 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. To stay updated on current conditions, check the latest snow info on J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in HochZeiger

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

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