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Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee Snow Forecast - 12th April 2026

Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 12 April 2026 12:44 NZST

Snow Forecast for Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee

Snow and Weather from 12 April.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee?

Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,649m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee.

Forecast for today in Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee

Max 15℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
12

Snow unlikely

CloudShwrsCloudCloud

Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sun
12
Mon
13
Tue
14
Wed
15
Thu
16
Fri
17
Sat
18
Wind
2,629m
2℃
Cloud
5℃
Cloud
-1℃
Light Snow
+2cm
3℃
Cloud
3℃
Light Snow
+1cm
3℃
Light Snow
+7cm
5℃
Mixed
1,649m
9℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
5℃
Light Snow
9℃
Cloud
10℃
Light Snow
9℃
Light Snow
11℃
Mixed
668m
15℃
Cloud
18℃
Cloud
12℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Cloud
16℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Lt Drizzle
17℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 2,237m
to 1,576m

varying 1,714m
to 1,683m

varying 2,391m
to 1,253m

varying 2,391m
to 1,622m

Max Town15℃18℃12℃16℃16℃16℃17℃
Min Town2℃6℃7℃6℃5℃8℃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.

Snow Reliability

Zahmer Kaiser enjoys reliable snow conditions, typically with depths ranging from 60 to 100 cm throughout the season. Frequent snowfall ensures excellent coverage, so check J2Ski for the latest snow reports.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee

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