Hochschwab Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hochschwab
This is the Snow Forecast for Hochschwab, Austria for 16 days from 7 November.
Updated 08 November 2025 02:04 IST.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hochschwab.
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Hochschwab Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Hochschwab?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Hochschwab. |
Forecast for today in Hochschwab
Max 14℃
Min 9℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Hochschwab has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Hochschwab Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Fri 07 | Sat 08 | Sun 09 | Mon 10 | Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 1,810m | 3℃
 | 3℃
 | 1℃
 | 2℃
 | 2℃
| 4℃
| 8℃
|
| NE F2 | |||||||
| 1,288m | 5℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
| 6℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
| 10℃
|
| SE F2 | |||||||
| 765m | 14℃
| 11℃
| 7℃
| 8℃
| 8℃
| 10℃
| 9℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,559m | varying 1,559m | |||||
| Max Town | 14℃ | 11℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ | 8℃ | 10℃ | 9℃ |
| Min Town | 9℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 3℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ |
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.
Hochschwab 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 14℃
Min 9℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
07
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 11℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
08
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 7℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
Max 8℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
10
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, cloudy, fair later.
Max 8℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 10℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then clear spells, fog later.
Max 9℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Fog first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Hochschwab, 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 Hochschwab, 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.
Hochschwab Snow Forecast updated at 02:04 IST, next update expected 07:30 IST.
Snow Forecast near Hochschwab
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aflenz | - | - | |||||||
| Goldeck | - | 1cm | |||||||
| Lackenhof am Ötscher | 1cm | 1cm |
Snow Reliability
Hochschwab typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, skiers are encouraged to check J2Ski for updated information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hochschwab
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hochschwab, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hochschwab, 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 Hochschwab 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 Hochschwab 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 Hochschwab 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.