Zakopane Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zakopane
This is the Snow Forecast for Zakopane, Poland for 17 days from 16 November.
Updated 17 November 2025 00:02 IST.
Forecast times for Zakopane are in Central European Time (Europe/Warsaw).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zakopane.
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Zakopane Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Zakopane?
| Next Snow Expected | 17 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 11cm |
| Next 7 Days | 29cm |
Forecast for today in Zakopane
Max 8℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Zakopane has 11cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zakopane Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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| Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,960m | 2℃
| 2℃
 +10cm
| -6℃
 | -6℃
| -3℃
| -4℃
 +16cm
| -2℃
|
| SW F2 | |||||||
| 1,446m | 6℃
| 7℃
 +3cm
| -3℃
| -2℃
| 0℃
| -1℃
| 1℃
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 931m | 8℃
| 9℃
+1cm
| 1℃
| 1℃
| 4℃
| 2℃
| 2℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 1,899m | 931m | 1,559m | varying 1,879m | varying 1,959m | ||
| Max Town | 8℃ | 9℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ |
| Min Town | 5℃ | 0℃ | -3℃ | -7℃ | -2℃ | -2℃ | -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.
Zakopane 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 8℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 9℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
17
1cm to 10cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light drizzle then rain, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,899m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light snow showers, clear sky later.
Max 1℃
Min -7℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -7℃ and rising to 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 4℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
21
up to 16cm New Snow
Cloudy.
Snow Line from 1,879m to 1,449m, with rain below.
Max 2℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Zakopane, Poland 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 Zakopane, 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.
Zakopane Snow Forecast updated at 00:02 IST, next update expected 02:30 IST.
Snow Forecast near Zakopane
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liptovské Ján | 3cm | 16cm | |||||||
| Vysoké Tatry | - | 15cm | |||||||
| Czarna Góra | 2cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Jezersko | 2cm | 2cm |
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.