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Maria Alm Snow Forecast - 17th April 2026

Maria Alm Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 18 April 2026 07:47 NZST

Snow Forecast for Maria Alm

Snow and Weather from 17 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Maria Alm Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Maria Alm?

Maria Alm Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,400m)
Next Snow Expected21 April
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days4cm
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Forecast for today in Maria Alm

Max 18℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 18℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
17

Snow unlikely

MixedClearCloudFair

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

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

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Maria Alm 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Maria Alm from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Wind
2,000m
9℃
Clear
9℃
Cloud
7℃
Cloud
+1cm
3℃
Cloud
+1cm
-1℃
Light Snow
+5cm
2℃
Clear
+1cm
1℃
Cloud
1,400m
14℃
Mixed
14℃
Lt Rain
11℃
Cloud
7℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
+3cm
7℃
Clear
6℃
Cloud
800m
18℃
Cloud
18℃
Clear
15℃
Cloud
12℃
Lt Drizzle
10℃
Light Snow
12℃
Mixed
10℃
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 1,754m
to 1,692m

varying 1,800m
to 1,292m

varying 1,954m
to 1,031m

varying 1,123m
to 985m

1,677m

Max Town18℃18℃15℃12℃10℃12℃10℃
Min Town4℃5℃5℃5℃3℃3℃2℃

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 Maria Alm

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Maria Alm
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Kaprun5cm 17cm
Flachau-15cm
Zell am See-13cm
Saalbach Hinterglemm-12cm
Rauris-10cm
Dienten am Hochkönig-7cm
Bad Gastein2cm 6cm
Kitzbühel1cm 5cm

Snow Reliability

Maria Alm typically sees reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of around 60-120 cm during the peak season. Regular snowfall and well-groomed slopes ensure excellent skiing, and for the latest snow info, check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Maria Alm

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

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