Zakopane Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 16 April 2026 07:49 NZST
Snow Forecast for Zakopane
Snow and Weather from 15 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Zakopane Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Zakopane?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 17cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 17cm |
Forecast for today in Zakopane
Max 11℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
15
up to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy, light drizzle, cloudy later.
Snow falling to 1,593m, with rain below.
Forecast times for Zakopane are in Warsaw (Europe/Warsaw) time zone.
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| Wed 15 | Thu 16 | Fri 17 | Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,960m | 4℃
 +2cm
| 4℃
| 3℃
 | 3℃
| 4℃
| 1℃
 +2cm
| -2℃
+25cm
|
| 1,446m | 8℃
| 8℃
| 7℃
| 8℃
 | 9℃
| 7℃
 | 3℃
+17cm
|
| 931m | 11℃
| 12℃
| 11℃
| 12℃
| 13℃
| 10℃
| 5℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,593m | varying 1,931m | varying 1,454m | ||||
| Max Town | 11℃ | 12℃ | 11℃ | 12℃ | 13℃ | 10℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | 6℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 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 Zakopane
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vysoké Tatry | - | 18cm | |||||||
| Liptovské Ján | 1cm | 6cm |
Snow Reliability
Zakopane typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 50-100 cm during peak winter months. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates and forecasts.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zakopane
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zakopane, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zakopane, 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 Zakopane 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 Zakopane 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 Zakopane 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.