Villach Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 12 May 2026 06:20 IST
Snow Forecast for Villach
Snow and Weather from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Villach Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Villach?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Villach. |
Forecast for today in Villach
Max 11℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
12
up to 3cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light drizzle, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 1,992m to 1,100m, with rain below.
Forecast times for Villach are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | Mon 18 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,170m | 0℃
 +3cm
| 6℃
 | 6℃
+1cm
| 1℃
 +3cm
| -1℃
+8cm
| 5℃
 | 3℃
+1cm
|
| 1,335m | 6℃
 +1cm
| 12℃
| 11℃
 | 7℃
| 4℃
| 11℃
| 8℃
|
| 500m | 11℃
| 17℃
| 17℃
| 12℃
| 10℃
| 16℃
| 13℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,992m | varying 1,777m | varying 1,962m | varying 1,762m | varying 1,638m | ||
| Max Town | 11℃ | 17℃ | 17℃ | 12℃ | 10℃ | 16℃ | 13℃ |
| Min Town | 5℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 8℃ | 8℃ |
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 Villach
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bovec | 20cm | 68cm | |||||||
| Spittal an der Drau | 9cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Vogel | 6cm | 18cm | |||||||
| Nassfeld Hermagor | 8cm | 20cm |
Snow Reliability
Villach enjoys a strong snow reliability, typically featuring snow depths of up to 1.5 meters during peak season. Regular snowfall and well-managed snowmaking ensure great conditions; for the latest updates, check J2Ski for current snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Villach
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Villach, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Villach, 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 Villach 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 Villach 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 Villach 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.