Hochfügen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 May 2026 19:40 UTC
Snow Forecast for Hochfügen
Snow and Weather from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Hochfügen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Hochfügen?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10cm 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 27cm 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 46cm 18in |
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Forecast for today in Hochfügen
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
12
7cm to 10cm 3in to 4in New Snow
Patchy snow first, snow showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,895m 6,217ft to resort level ( 1,480m 4,856ft ).
Forecast times for Hochfügen are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,400m 7,874ft | -2℃ 28°F
+10cm +4in
| 3℃ 37°F
| -3℃ 27°F
 +18cm +7in
| -2℃ 29°F
+12cm +5in
| -3℃ 26°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
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| 1,940m 6,365ft | 1℃ 34°F
+10cm +4in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+17cm +7in
| 1℃ 34°F
+11cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 40°F
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| 1,480m 4,856ft | 4℃ 40°F
+7cm +3in
| 11℃ 53°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+6cm +2in
| 5℃ 41°F
 +7cm +3in
| 3℃ 38°F
+3cm +1in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 10℃ 50°F
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| Snow Line | varying 1,895m 6,217ft | varying 1,711m 5,614ft | varying 1,988m 6,522ft | varying 1,742m 5,715ft | 1,480m 4,856ft | varying 2,372m 7,782ft | |
| Max Town | 4℃ 40°F | 11℃ 53°F | 3℃ 37°F | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 38°F | 8℃ 46°F | 10℃ 50°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 28°F | -5℃ 22°F | -1℃ 29°F | -1℃ 29°F | 0℃ 32°F | 0℃ 33°F | -3℃ 26°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 Hochfügen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aschau im Zillertal | 38cm 15in | 57cm 23in | |||||||
| Mayrhofen | 36cm 14in | 51cm 20in | |||||||
| Fügen | 23cm 9in | 41cm 16in | |||||||
| Hochzillertal-Hochfügen | 23cm 9in | 40cm 16in | |||||||
| Kaltenbach | 23cm 9in | 39cm 15in | |||||||
| Hintertux | 24cm 10in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Igls | 19cm 7in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Innsbruck | 16cm 6in | 30cm 12in |
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.