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Zillertal Arena Snow Forecast - 17th May 2026

Zillertal Arena Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 17 May 2026 01:40 UTC

Snow Forecast for Zillertal Arena

Snow and Weather from 17 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Zillertal Arena Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Zillertal Arena?

Zillertal Arena Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,670m)
Next Snow Expected19 May
Next Snow Amount 2cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 2cm 1in
Next 7 Days 2cm 1in
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Forecast for today in Zillertal Arena

Max 11℃ 51°F
Min -4℃ 25°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 11℃ 51°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
17

Snow unlikely

CloudClearMixedCloud

Cloudy first, clear sky then clear spells, cloudy later.

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

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Zillertal Arena 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Zillertal Arena from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
17
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Wind
2,410m 7,907ft
1℃ 33°F
Clear
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
2℃ 36°F
Light Snow
+3cm +1in
3℃ 37°F
Light Snow
4℃ 39°F
Mixed
5℃ 42°F
Mixed
6℃ 42°F
Fair
1,490m 4,888ft
6℃ 42°F
Fair
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
7℃ 44°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
10℃ 49°F
Snow
12℃ 53°F
Fair
14℃ 57°F
Fair
14℃ 57°F
Clear
570m 1,870ft
11℃ 51°F
Fair
12℃ 54°F
Cloud
12℃ 53°F
Lt Rain
15℃ 58°F
Shwrs
17℃ 62°F
Fair
19℃ 66°F
Fair
19℃ 66°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 1,416m 4,646ft
to 1,385m 4,544ft

varying 1,724m 5,656ft
to 1,201m 3,940ft

varying 1,570m 5,151ft
to 1,462m 4,797ft

varying 1,693m 5,554ft
to 1,539m 5,049ft

Max Town 11℃ 51°F 12℃ 54°F 12℃ 53°F 15℃ 58°F 17℃ 62°F 19℃ 66°F 19℃ 66°F
Min Town -4℃ 25°F 0℃ 33°F 6℃ 42°F 7℃ 45°F 5℃ 42°F 10℃ 49°F 8℃ 46°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 Zillertal Arena

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Zillertal Arena
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySuMoTuWeThFrSa
Zell am Ziller 5cm 2in 7cm 3in
Mayrhofen 5cm 2in 6cm 3in
Königsleiten 4cm 2in 5cm 2in
Gerlos 4cm 1in 4cm 2in
Kaltenbach 3cm 1in 3cm 1in
Kitzbühel 1cm - 1cm -

Snow Reliability

Zillertal Arena typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of 50-150 cm throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for up-to-date information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zillertal Arena

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