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Patscherkofel Snow Forecast - 20th October 2026

Patscherkofel Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 October 2026 02:16 IST

Snow Forecast for Patscherkofel

Snow and Weather from 20 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Patscherkofel Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Patscherkofel?

Patscherkofel Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,487m)
Next Snow Expected22 October
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days9cm

Forecast for today in Patscherkofel

Max 16℃
Min 7℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 16℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
20

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Patscherkofel are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Patscherkofel from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Tue
20
Wed
21
Thu
22
Fri
23
Sat
24
Sun
25
Mon
26
WindS F2SE F2
1,965m
10℃
Fog
9℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-1℃
Snow
+8cm
2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-1℃
Fair
+1cm
2℃
Snow
+4cm
-3℃
Light Snow
+4cm
1,487m
13℃
Mixed
12℃
Lt Drizzle
4℃
Snow
+2cm
8℃
Snow
5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
4℃
Light Snow
+2cm
1℃
Light Snow
+3cm
1,009m
16℃
Mixed
16℃
Lt Drizzle
7℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Snow
8℃
Snow
7℃
Light Snow
4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
Snow Line

1,609m

varying 1,455m
to 1,209m

varying 1,178m
to 1,009m

varying 1,071m
to 1,009m

varying 1,486m
to 1,163m

varying 1,347m
to 1,009m

Max Town16℃16℃7℃11℃8℃7℃4℃
Min Town7℃5℃-2℃-2℃-3℃-2℃-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.

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Snow Forecast near Patscherkofel

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Patscherkofel
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayTuWeThFrSaSuMo
Kühtai-Sellraintal22cm 40cm
Hintertux24cm 37cm
Mayrhofen17cm 36cm
Innsbruck15cm 26cm
Igls11cm 22cm
Kaltenbach10cm 20cm
Seefeld7cm 17cm

How reliable is the snow in Patscherkofel?

Patscherkofel typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of about 80 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, including snowfall and conditions, check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Patscherkofel

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