Gerlos Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 May 2026 13:40 BST
Snow Forecast for Gerlos
Snow and Weather from 11 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Gerlos Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Gerlos?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 8cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 53cm 21in |
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Forecast for today in Gerlos
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
11
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,942m 6,371ft to 1,881m 6,171ft , with rain below.
Forecast times for Gerlos are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,300m 7,546ft | 8℃ 46°F
+3cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +8cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 +9cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
 +3cm +1in
| -3℃ 26°F
 +23cm +9in
| 0℃ 32°F
+7cm +3in
|
| 1,775m 5,823ft | 11℃ 52°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +8cm +3in
| 6℃ 43°F
| 2℃ 36°F
+10cm +4in
| 2℃ 36°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+26cm +10in
| 3℃ 36°F
+7cm +3in
|
| 1,250m 4,101ft | 15℃ 58°F
| 4℃ 39°F
+3cm +1in
| 10℃ 51°F
| 7℃ 45°F
+3cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 36°F
+4cm +1in
| 6℃ 42°F
+7cm +3in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,942m 6,371ft | varying 1,650m 5,413ft | varying 2,158m 7,080ft | varying 1,865m 6,119ft | varying 1,404m 4,606ft | varying 1,296m 4,252ft | |
| Max Town | 15℃ 58°F | 4℃ 39°F | 10℃ 51°F | 7℃ 45°F | 6℃ 42°F | 3℃ 36°F | 6℃ 42°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 39°F | -2℃ 29°F | -6℃ 22°F | 1℃ 34°F | -5℃ 23°F | 2℃ 35°F | 0℃ 32°F |
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 Gerlos
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zell am Ziller | 13cm 5in | 64cm 25in | |||||||
| Mayrhofen | 9cm 3in | 60cm 24in | |||||||
| Königsleiten | 12cm 5in | 58cm 23in | |||||||
| Zillertal Arena | 12cm 5in | 58cm 23in | |||||||
| Kaltenbach | 6cm 2in | 57cm 22in | |||||||
| Kitzbühel | 5cm 2in | 40cm 16in | |||||||
| Niederau | 5cm 2in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Söll | 3cm 1in | 20cm 8in |
Snow Reliability
Gerlos enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths of around 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Gerlos
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Gerlos, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Gerlos, 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 Gerlos 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 Gerlos 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 Gerlos 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.