Pitztaler Gletscher Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Pitztaler Gletscher
This is the Snow and Weather for Pitztaler Gletscher from 18 January.
Updated 18 January 2026 08:13 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Pitztaler Gletscher.
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Pitztaler Gletscher Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Pitztaler Gletscher?
| Next Snow Expected | 23 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 3cm 1in |
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Forecast for today in Pitztaler Gletscher
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ 19°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Pitztaler Gletscher are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
Pitztaler Gletscher has up to 4cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Pitztaler Gletscher Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 175cm 69in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 145cm 57in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
| Pistes Open | 23 Pistes |
| Lifts Open | 13 Lifts |
There are 13 lifts running, and 23 runs open.
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| Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 3,440m 11,286ft | -7℃ 20°F
| -10℃ 15°F
| -9℃ 16°F
 | -9℃ 16°F
| -7℃ 19°F
| -10℃ 15°F
 +2cm +1in
| -10℃ 14°F
|
| 2,590m 8,497ft | -3℃ 26°F
| -5℃ 23°F
| -6℃ 22°F
| -5℃ 24°F
| -4℃ 25°F
| -5℃ 23°F
+1cm
| -5℃ 24°F
|
| 1,740m 5,709ft | 4℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +1cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,740m 5,709ft | 1,740m 5,709ft | |||||
| Max Town | 4℃ 40°F | 3℃ 37°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 35°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 19°F | -11℃ 12°F | -12℃ 10°F | -14℃ 6°F | -13℃ 8°F | -11℃ 12°F | -8℃ 17°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 Pitztaler Gletscher
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Obergurgl-Hochgurgl | 3cm 1in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Vent | 2cm 1in | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Axamer Lizum | 2cm 1in | 4cm 1in | |||||||
| Neustift im Stubaital | 1cm - | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Rifflsee | - | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Sölden | - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Pitztaler Gletscher is renowned for its snow reliability, typically boasting snow depths of over 3 meters throughout the winter season. Regular snowfall and well-preserved conditions ensure excellent skiing; check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Pitztaler Gletscher
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Pitztaler Gletscher, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Pitztaler Gletscher, 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 Pitztaler Gletscher 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 Pitztaler Gletscher 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 Pitztaler Gletscher 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.