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Villach Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Villach Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 April 2026 07:45 UTC

Snow Forecast for Villach

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Villach Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Villach?

Villach Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,335m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Villach.

Forecast for today in Villach

Max 20℃ 69°F
Min 8℃ 46°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 46°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 69°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

FairClearFairFair

Fair, clear sky, fair later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Villach from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
2,170m 7,119ft
10℃ 49°F
Clear
10℃ 50°F
Clear
10℃ 50°F
Cloud
3℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+1cm
2℃ 36°F
Lt Drizzle
5℃ 40°F
Clear
6℃ 43°F
Mixed
1,335m 4,380ft
15℃ 59°F
Clear
15℃ 60°F
Clear
15℃ 59°F
Cloud
9℃ 48°F
Light Snow
8℃ 46°F
Lt Drizzle
10℃ 50°F
Clear
12℃ 53°F
Mixed
500m 1,640ft
20℃ 68°F
Clear
21℃ 69°F
Clear
22℃ 71°F
Cloud
16℃ 60°F
Cloud
13℃ 55°F
Lt Rain
16℃ 61°F
Clear
18℃ 64°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 1,515m 4,970ft
to 1,408m 4,619ft

Max Town 20℃ 68°F 21℃ 69°F 22℃ 71°F 16℃ 60°F 13℃ 55°F 16℃ 61°F 18℃ 64°F
Min Town 8℃ 46°F 6℃ 43°F 6℃ 44°F 6℃ 43°F 4℃ 39°F 5℃ 40°F 3℃ 37°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 Villach

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Villach
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Bovec- 4cm 1in
Spittal an der Drau- 2cm 1in
Nassfeld Hermagor- 1cm -

Snow Reliability

Villach enjoys a strong snow reliability, typically featuring snow depths of up to 1.5 meters during peak season. Regular snowfall and well-managed snowmaking ensure great conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Villach

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