Lech Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Lech
This is the Snow Forecast for Lech, Austria for 16 days from 9 November.
Updated 10 November 2025 03:38 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Lech.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Lech Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Lech?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm |
| Next 7 Days | 1cm |
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Forecast for today in Lech
Max 6℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow showers at altitude then snow showers at altitude, light snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 1,779m to 1,629m, with rain below.
Lech has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Lech Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 15cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 5cm |
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Last Snow | |
| 10cm of Snow - 27 October | |
| Avalanche Risk Level | |
| The Avalanche Risk Level in Lech was reported as 48 () but snow changes rapidly, so ALWAYS take local advice before leaving marked runs. | |
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| Sun 09 | Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,810m | -4℃
+1cm
| -2℃
 | 2℃
 | 6℃
| 9℃
 | 10℃
| 4℃
|
| 2,130m | 0℃
+1cm
| 3℃
| 6℃
| 11℃
| 13℃
| 14℃
| 8℃
|
| 1,450m | 6℃
| 9℃
| 10℃
| 14℃
| 17℃
| 18℃
| 10℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 1,779m | ||||||
| Max Town | 6℃ | 9℃ | 10℃ | 14℃ | 17℃ | 18℃ | 10℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | 1℃ | 2℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 5℃ |
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.
Lech Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 6℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow showers at altitude then snow showers at altitude, light snow showers at altitude later.
Snow Line from 1,779m to 1,629m, with rain below.
Max 9℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 10℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 14℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 17℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear spells later.
Max 18℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 10℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, light rain then clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Lech, Austria gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Lech, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Lech Snow Forecast updated at 03:38 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Lech
Snow Reliability
Lech enjoys reliable snowfall throughout the winter season, with average snow depths reaching up to 4 meters. The region's altitude helps maintain snow quality, so be sure to check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Lech
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Lech, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Lech, 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 Lech 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 Lech 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 Lech 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.