Lachtal Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 16 March 2026 00:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Lachtal
Snow and Weather from 16 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Lachtal Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Lachtal?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm 2in |
Forecast for today in Lachtal
Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
16
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 1,704m 5,591ft to 1,135m 3,724ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Lachtal are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Mon 16 | Tue 17 | Wed 18 | Thu 19 | Fri 20 | Sat 21 | Sun 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F3 | NW F2 | SE F3 | ||||
| 2,212m 7,257ft | -2℃ 29°F
+1cm
| -5℃ 23°F
 +1cm
| -1℃ 30°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
 | -1℃ 30°F
| -5℃ 23°F
 +3cm +1in
| -4℃ 26°F
|
| W F3 | NW F2 | SE F3 | |||||
| 1,512m 4,961ft | 3℃ 37°F
| -1℃ 31°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 0℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
|
| SW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 812m 2,664ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 4℃ 40°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 44°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,704m 5,591ft | varying 1,350m 4,429ft | varying 966m 3,169ft | ||||
| Max Town | 8℃ 47°F | 5℃ 41°F | 9℃ 49°F | 11℃ 51°F | 10℃ 49°F | 4℃ 40°F | 7℃ 44°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 30°F | 2℃ 35°F | -1℃ 31°F | -1℃ 31°F | 1℃ 33°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.
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Snow Forecast near Lachtal
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flattnitz | 3cm 1in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Frauenalpe | 2cm 1in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Pruggern | 4cm 2in | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| Riesneralm | 5cm 2in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Donnersbach | 4cm 1in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Altenmarkt-Zauchensee | 3cm 1in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Mariahof | 1cm 1in | 4cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Lachtal enjoys good snow reliability, with an average snow depth ranging from 100 to 200 cm throughout the season. Regular snowfall and a reliable base mean great skiing conditions, but check J2Ski for the latest snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lachtal
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lachtal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lachtal, 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 Lachtal 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 Lachtal 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 Lachtal 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.