Zauchensee Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 18 April 2026 07:41 UTC
Snow Forecast for Zauchensee
Snow and Weather from 18 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Zauchensee Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Zauchensee?
| Next Snow Expected | 20 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm - |
| Next 7 Days | 4cm 1in |
Forecast for today in Zauchensee
Max 14℃ 58°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 14℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then cloudy, fair later.
Forecast times for Zauchensee are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 2,200m 7,218ft | 8℃ 46°F
| 7℃ 45°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
 +3cm +1in
| 0℃ 31°F
+3cm +1in
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,775m 5,823ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 5℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
+3cm +1in
| 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| 1,350m 4,429ft | 14℃ 58°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 9℃ 47°F
+1cm
| 7℃ 44°F
+3cm +1in
| 8℃ 46°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 13℃ 54°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,965m 6,447ft | varying 2,012m 6,601ft | varying 2,073m 6,801ft | 1,350m 4,429ft | |||
| Max Town | 14℃ 58°F | 14℃ 57°F | 9℃ 47°F | 7℃ 44°F | 8℃ 46°F | 8℃ 47°F | 13℃ 54°F |
| Min Town | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 29°F | -3℃ 26°F | 0℃ 31°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 Zauchensee
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altenmarkt-Zauchensee | 6cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Altenmarkt | 4cm 2in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Krvavec | - | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Bohinj | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Velika Planina (Kamnik) | - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Zauchensee enjoys excellent snow reliability, with an average snow depth of 130 cm during peak season and consistent snowfall throughout winter. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zauchensee
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zauchensee, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zauchensee, 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 Zauchensee 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 Zauchensee 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 Zauchensee 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.