Zell am See Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zell am See
This is the Snow Forecast for Zell am See, Austria for 16 days from 12 November.
Updated 12 November 2025 23:31 NZDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zell am See.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Zell am See Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Zell am See?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm |
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Forecast for today in Zell am See
Max 10℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Zell am See has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zell am See Snow Report
Snow report from Saalbach Hinterglemm (near Zell am See)
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|
Ski area reported to be open, with 2 lifts running.
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| Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,950m | 6℃
| 9℃
 | 11℃
| 8℃
 | 7℃
| 5℃
 | 4℃
|
| 1,355m | 9℃
| 12℃
| 15℃
| 12℃
| 10℃
| 8℃
| 8℃
|
| 760m | 10℃
| 13℃
| 17℃
| 13℃
| 12℃
| 9℃
| 10℃
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 10℃ | 13℃ | 17℃ | 13℃ | 12℃ | 9℃ | 10℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | 5℃ | 3℃ | 7℃ | 6℃ | 6℃ | 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.
Zell am See 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 10℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 13℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, fair later.
Max 17℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 13℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 12℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 9℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain, cloudy later.
Max 10℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Zell am See, 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 Zell am See, 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.
Zell am See Snow Forecast updated at 23:31 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Zell am See
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitzsteinhorn | - | 13cm | |||||||
| Kaprun | - | 10cm | |||||||
| Europa Sport Region | - | 8cm | |||||||
| Bad Gastein | - | 6cm | |||||||
| Rauris | - | 6cm | |||||||
| Bad Hofgastein | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Kitzbühel | - | 2cm | |||||||
| Saalbach Hinterglemm | - | 1cm |
Snow Reliability
Zell am See typically enjoys reliable snow coverage from December to April, with average snow depths reaching up to 2 meters. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for real-time updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zell am See
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zell am See, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zell am See, 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 Zell am See 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 Zell am See 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 Zell am See 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.