HochZeiger Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for HochZeiger
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This is the Snow Forecast for HochZeiger, Austria for 16 days from 15 May.
Updated 15 May 2025 17:35 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 16 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm 8in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for HochZeiger.
Forecast for today in HochZeiger
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
15
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,999m 6,558ft to 1,929m 6,329ft , with rain below.
HochZeiger has 5cm 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
HochZeiger Snow Report
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| Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | SW F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 2,450m 8,038ft | 2℃ 36°F
 +2cm +1in
| -2℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
 +1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
| 10℃ 49°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 1,950m 6,398ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 4℃ 38°F
+2cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 7℃ 44°F
+1cm
| 10℃ 50°F
| 14℃ 56°F
 | 13℃ 55°F
|
| 1,450m 4,757ft | 13℃ 55°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 48°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 17℃ 63°F
| 17℃ 63°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,999m 6,558ft | varying 1,519m 4,984ft | varying 2,059m 6,755ft | varying 1,859m 6,099ft | |||
| Max Town | 13℃ 55°F | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 48°F | 10℃ 50°F | 13℃ 55°F | 17℃ 63°F | 17℃ 63°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 33°F | 1℃ 34°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 7℃ 45°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.
HochZeiger 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 13℃ 55°F
Min 3℃ 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 37°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
15
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, cloudy then rain showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,999m 6,558ft to 1,929m 6,329ft , with rain below.
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,519m 4,984ft to 1,479m 4,852ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 48°F
Min 1℃ 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 2,059m 6,755ft to 1,489m 4,885ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,859m 6,099ft to 1,759m 5,771ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then clear sky, fair later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 17℃ 63°F
Min 7℃ 45°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 63°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
This Snow Forecast for HochZeiger, 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 HochZeiger, 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.
HochZeiger Snow Forecast updated at 17:35 BST, next update expected 23:00 BST.
Snow Forecast near HochZeiger
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sölden | 9cm 4in | 30cm 12in | |||||||
| Pitztaler Gletscher | 8cm 3in | 26cm 10in | |||||||
| Rifflsee | 9cm 4in | 24cm 10in | |||||||
| Obergurgl-Hochgurgl | 5cm 2in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 10cm 4in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| Serfaus-Fiss-Ladis | 3cm 1in | 21cm 8in | |||||||
| Pitztal | 5cm 2in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| St. Anton am Arlberg | 6cm 2in | 23cm 9in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in HochZeiger
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to HochZeiger, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in HochZeiger, 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 HochZeiger 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 HochZeiger 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 HochZeiger 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.