Zell am See Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zell am See
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This is the Snow Forecast for Zell am See, Austria for 16 days from 25 March.
Updated 25 March 2025 12:33 GMT.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1cm 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 24cm 9in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zell am See.
Forecast for today in Zell am See
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain showers, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,639m 5,377ft to 1,569m 5,148ft , with rain below.
Zell am See has 1cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zell am See Snow Report
Snow report from Saalbach Hinterglemm ( 13km 8 miles from Zell am See)
| Upper Snow Depths | 70cm 28in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 50cm 20in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
Zell am See 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,950m 6,398ft | 4℃ 38°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
 | 5℃ 40°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 1℃ 33°F
 +15cm +6in
| -1℃ 29°F
+5cm +2in
| 3℃ 37°F
|
| 1,355m 4,446ft | 8℃ 47°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 10℃ 51°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
+8cm +3in
| 3℃ 37°F
+2cm +1in
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| 760m 2,493ft | 13℃ 56°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 7℃ 44°F
| 11℃ 52°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,639m 5,377ft | varying 1,559m 5,115ft | varying 1,449m 4,754ft | varying 1,149m 3,770ft | |||
| Max Town | 13℃ 56°F | 11℃ 52°F | 10℃ 50°F | 13℃ 56°F | 6℃ 42°F | 7℃ 44°F | 11℃ 52°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 39°F | 3℃ 38°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 35°F | 4℃ 39°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.
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 13℃ 56°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
25
up to 1cm New Snow
Light rain showers, cloudy, light rain showers later.
Snow Line from 1,639m 5,377ft to 1,569m 5,148ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
26
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, clear spells then rain showers, light rain showers later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 3℃ 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
27
Snow unlikely
Light rain, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, cloudy later.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 15cm up to 6in New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 1,449m 4,754ft to 1,009m 3,310ft , with rain below.
Max 7℃ 44°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,149m 3,770ft to 969m 3,179ft , with rain below.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain later.
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 12:33 GMT, next update expected 15:00 GMT.
Snow Forecast near Zell am See
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitzsteinhorn | 21cm 8in | 46cm 18in | |||||||
| Kaprun | 15cm 6in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Bad Gastein | 8cm 3in | 34cm 14in | |||||||
| Bad Hofgastein | 7cm 3in | 33cm 13in | |||||||
| Kitzbühel | 4cm 2in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Saalbach Hinterglemm | 1cm - | 29cm 12in | |||||||
| Europa Sport Region | 10cm 4in | 28cm 11in | |||||||
| St Johann in Tirol | 1cm - | 26cm 10in |
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.