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Vrchlabí Snow Forecast - 18th May 2026

Vrchlabí Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 19 May 2026 07:43 NZST

Snow Forecast for Vrchlabí

Snow and Weather from 18 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Vrchlabí Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Vrchlabí?

Vrchlabí Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (775m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Vrchlabí.

Forecast for today in Vrchlabí

Max 16℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 16℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
18

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedFairClear

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

Forecast times for Vrchlabí are in Prague (Europe/Prague) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Vrchlabí from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
18
Tue
19
Wed
20
Thu
21
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
WindNW F2
1,019m
12℃
Cloud
13℃
Lt Drizzle
14℃
Cloud
15℃
Mixed
18℃
Cloud
19℃
Clear
21℃
Lt Drizzle
NW F2
775m
13℃
Cloud
14℃
Lt Drizzle
16℃
Cloud
17℃
Mixed
20℃
Cloud
21℃
Clear
23℃
Lt Drizzle
NW F2
530m
16℃
Mixed
17℃
Lt Drizzle
18℃
Cloud
19℃
Fair
21℃
Cloud
23℃
Lt Drizzle
24℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town16℃17℃18℃19℃21℃23℃24℃
Min Town4℃7℃9℃10℃8℃9℃13℃

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

Vrchlabí enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 60 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing, but always check J2Ski for the latest snow updates and forecasts.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Vrchlabí

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