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Zillertal Snow Forecast - 16th October 2026

Zillertal Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 16 October 2026 21:42 BST

Snow Forecast for Zillertal

Snow and Weather from 16 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Zillertal Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Zillertal?

Zillertal Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,920m)
Next Snow Expected22 October
Next Snow Amount 3cm 1in
Next 48 Hours - -
Next 7 Days 4cm 2in
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Forecast for today in Zillertal

Max 23℃ 74°F
Min 7℃ 44°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 44°F to daytime highs around 23℃ 74°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
16

Snow unlikely

FairFairFairCloud

Fair early, then cloudy later.

Forecast times for Zillertal are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Zillertal from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Fri
16
Sat
17
Sun
18
Mon
19
Tue
20
Wed
21
Thu
22
Wind
3,280m 10,761ft
5℃ 41°F
Fair
2℃ 36°F
Mixed
+1cm
3℃ 38°F
Fog
+1cm +1in
2℃ 35°F
Clear
4℃ 38°F
Clear
-3℃ 27°F
Light Snow
+11cm +4in
-7℃ 18°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm +2in
1,920m 6,299ft
15℃ 58°F
Fair
12℃ 53°F
Mixed
12℃ 54°F
Fair
12℃ 54°F
Clear
12℃ 53°F
Fair
7℃ 44°F
Light Snow
+1cm
1℃ 33°F
Snow
+3cm +1in
560m 1,837ft
23℃ 74°F
Fair
20℃ 68°F
Clear
20℃ 68°F
Lt Drizzle
19℃ 67°F
Fog
22℃ 71°F
Clear
14℃ 58°F
Lt Drizzle
11℃ 52°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 2,422m 7,946ft
to 2,298m 7,539ft

varying 2,345m 7,694ft
to 2,114m 6,936ft

varying 2,545m 8,350ft
to 1,698m 5,571ft

varying 1,652m 5,420ft
to 1,468m 4,816ft

Max Town 23℃ 74°F 20℃ 68°F 20℃ 68°F 19℃ 67°F 22℃ 71°F 14℃ 58°F 11℃ 52°F
Min Town 7℃ 44°F 8℃ 47°F 11℃ 52°F 8℃ 46°F 7℃ 45°F 9℃ 48°F 5℃ 41°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 Zillertal

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Zillertal
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayFrSaSuMoTuWeTh
Tux - Finkenberg- 17cm 7in
Mayrhofen- 13cm 5in
Innsbruck- 9cm 4in
Hippach- 8cm 3in
Igls- 7cm 3in
Kaltenbach- 7cm 3in
Fügen- 6cm 2in
Hopfgarten im Brixental- 4cm 2in

How reliable is the snow in Zillertal?

Zillertal is known for its reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 100 cm during peak season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates on snowfall and conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zillertal

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zillertal, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zillertal, 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 Zillertal 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 Zillertal 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 Zillertal 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.