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Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 19:43 NZST

Snow Forecast for Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

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 Expected13 May
Next Snow Amount3cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days-

Forecast for today in Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee

Max 23℃
Min -1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

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)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Wind
2,629m
10℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
11℃
Cloud
9℃
Cloud
4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
1℃
Light Snow
+25cm
7℃
Cloud
1,649m
16℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
17℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
11℃
Light Snow
8℃
Light Snow
13℃
Cloud
668m
23℃
Clear
25℃
Clear
23℃
Cloud
21℃
Cloud
17℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Lt Drizzle
19℃
Cloud
Snow Line

1,837m

varying 2,253m
to 1,468m

varying 2,283m
to 1,606m

Max Town23℃25℃23℃21℃17℃14℃19℃
Min Town-1℃1℃5℃5℃6℃7℃4℃

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 Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Zahmer Kaiser / Walchsee
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Saalbach Hinterglemm-6cm
Kitzbühel-3cm
SkiWelt-3cm
Söll--
Alpbach-3cm

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.