Zell am See Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zell am See
This is the Snow Forecast for Zell am See, Austria for 17 days from 16 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 00:02 IST.
Forecast times for Zell am See are in Central European Time (Europe/Vienna).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zell am See.
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Zell am See Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Zell am See?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 22cm |
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Forecast for today in Zell am See
Max 10℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Zell am See has 4cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zell am See Snow Report
Snow report from Saalbach Hinterglemm (near Zell am See)
| Snow Conditions | - |
|---|
Ski area reported to be open, with 2 lifts running.
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,950m | 6℃
| 4℃
 +4cm
| -5℃
 | 0℃
| -1℃
| -4℃
+10cm
| -7℃
+5cm
|
| 1,355m | 9℃
| 7℃
+3cm
| -2℃
 | 2℃
| 2℃
| -2℃
 +13cm
| -3℃
+5cm
|
| 760m | 10℃
| 7℃
+1cm
| 1℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
| 1℃
+2cm
| -1℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,579m | 869m | varying 1,249m | varying 969m | |||
| Max Town | 10℃ | 7℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | -1℃ | -4℃ | -1℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | -3℃ |
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.
Zell am See 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 10℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 7℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
1cm to 4cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light snow at altitude, light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,579m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, fair later.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 4℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 1℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
2cm to 10cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,249m to resort level.
Max -1℃
Min -3℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
up to 5cm New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 969m to 819m, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Zell am See, 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 Zell am See, 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.
Zell am See Snow Forecast updated at 00:02 IST, next update expected 02:30 IST.
Snow Forecast near Zell am See
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Hofgastein | 7cm | 45cm | |||||||
| Bad Gastein | 4cm | 42cm | |||||||
| Rauris | 7cm | 39cm | |||||||
| Kaprun | 9cm | 38cm | |||||||
| Kitzsteinhorn | 18cm | 36cm | |||||||
| Saalbach Hinterglemm | 8cm | 26cm | |||||||
| Europa Sport Region | 16cm | 24cm | |||||||
| Kitzbühel | 3cm | 22cm |
Snow Reliability
Zell am See typically enjoys reliable snow coverage from December to April, with average snow depths reaching up to 2 meters. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for real-time updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zell am See
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zell am See, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zell am See, 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 Zell am See 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 Zell am See 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 Zell am See 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.