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Schmittenhöhe Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Schmittenhöhe Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 07:40 UTC

Snow Forecast for Schmittenhöhe

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Schmittenhöhe Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Schmittenhöhe?

Schmittenhöhe Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,400m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Schmittenhöhe.

Forecast for today in Schmittenhöhe

Max 19℃ 66°F
Min 4℃ 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 19℃ 66°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

MixedFairMixedClear

Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Schmittenhöhe from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
2,000m 6,562ft
11℃ 51°F
Clear
11℃ 51°F
Fair
9℃ 48°F
Cloud
4℃ 39°F
Light Snow
+1cm
3℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+1cm
6℃ 42°F
Mixed
6℃ 42°F
Cloud
1,400m 4,593ft
15℃ 58°F
Clear
15℃ 58°F
Fair
13℃ 55°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Light Snow
7℃ 45°F
Light Snow
10℃ 49°F
Mixed
10℃ 49°F
Cloud
800m 2,625ft
19℃ 66°F
Mixed
19℃ 66°F
Fair
17℃ 62°F
Cloud
12℃ 53°F
Lt Drizzle
12℃ 53°F
Light Snow
13℃ 56°F
Fair
14℃ 56°F
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 1,631m 5,351ft
to 1,415m 4,642ft

varying 1,662m 5,453ft
to 862m 2,828ft

varying 1,092m 3,583ft
to 1,062m 3,484ft

Max Town 19℃ 66°F 19℃ 66°F 17℃ 62°F 12℃ 53°F 12℃ 53°F 13℃ 56°F 14℃ 56°F
Min Town 4℃ 39°F 5℃ 40°F 6℃ 43°F 6℃ 42°F 1℃ 34°F 3℃ 38°F 1℃ 34°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 Schmittenhöhe

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Schmittenhöhe
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Kaprun 7cm 3in 14cm 6in
Bad Gastein 3cm 1in 10cm 4in
Rauris- 3cm 1in
Zell am See- 2cm 1in
Kitzbühel 1cm - 1cm -
Saalbach Hinterglemm- 1cm -

Snow Reliability

Schmittenhöhe enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski to stay informed.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Schmittenhöhe

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