Hochfügen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hochfügen
This is the Snow and Weather for Hochfügen from 16 February.
Updated 16 February 2026 00:41 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hochfügen.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Hochfügen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Hochfügen?
| Next Snow Expected | 16 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 6cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 21cm 8in |
| Next 7 Days | 51cm 20in |
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Forecast for today in Hochfügen
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ 19°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
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6cm to 8cm 3in New Snow
Light snow first, snow showers then cloudy, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,480m 4,856ft ).
Forecast times for Hochfügen are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 16 February 2026 07:49 UTC
Powder Possible :- 16cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Hochfügen over the next 2 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Hochfügen Snow Report
Snow report from Fügen (near Hochfügen)
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | -5℃ 23°F
 +6cm +3in
| -8℃ 17°F
+15cm +6in
| -7℃ 20°F
| -5℃ 22°F
 +15cm +6in
| -8℃ 17°F
+7cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
 +5cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
+4cm +1in
|
| 1,940m 6,365ft | -2℃ 29°F
+6cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
+14cm +6in
| -4℃ 25°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+15cm +6in
| -5℃ 23°F
+7cm +3in
| -2℃ 28°F
+5cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
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| 1,480m 4,856ft | 2℃ 36°F
+8cm +3in
| -1℃ 31°F
+15cm +6in
| 0℃ 33°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+13cm +5in
| -2℃ 28°F
+5cm +2in
| 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| 6℃ 44°F
+2cm +1in
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| Snow Line | 1,480m 4,856ft | 1,480m 4,856ft | 1,480m 4,856ft | 1,480m 4,856ft | 1,480m 4,856ft | varying 2,234m 7,329ft | |
| Max Town | 2℃ 36°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | 2℃ 35°F | 6℃ 44°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 19°F | -10℃ 13°F | -19℃ -2°F | -5℃ 23°F | -11℃ 11°F | -11℃ 13°F | 1℃ 33°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 Hochfügen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
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| Kaltenbach | 25cm 10in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Niederau | 18cm 7in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Hochzillertal-Hochfügen | 25cm 10in | 48cm 19in | |||||||
| Aschau im Zillertal | 14cm 6in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Innsbruck | 21cm 8in | 45cm 18in | |||||||
| Hintertux | 12cm 5in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Mayrhofen | 13cm 5in | 43cm 17in | |||||||
| Fügen | 19cm 7in | 41cm 16in |
Snow Reliability
Hochfügen boasts excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 1-3 meters during peak season. Regular snowfall and minimal snowmelt ensure great conditions, but check J2Ski for the latest snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hochfügen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hochfügen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hochfügen, 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 Hochfügen 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 Hochfügen 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 Hochfügen 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.