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Hochkönig Snow Forecast - 8th May 2025

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Hochkönig Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Hochkönig

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This is the Snow Forecast for Hochkönig, Austria for 16 days from 8 May.

Updated 08 May 2025 03:37 PDT.

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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hochkönig.

Forecast for today in Hochkönig

Max 48°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 1in New Snow

ShwrsMixedCloudLt Rain

Rain showers first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.

Snow Line from 5,673ft to 5,148ft, with rain below.

Hochkönig has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Hochkönig Snow Report

Snow report from Saalbach Hinterglemm (near Hochkönig)

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Hochkönig 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hochkönig from OpenMeteo
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wed
14
Wind
6,562ft
35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
37°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
51°F
Mixed
53°F
Fair
51°F
Mixed
47°F
Cloud
47°F
Cloud
4,593ft
42°F
Cloud
45°F
Lt Rain
55°F
Cloud
57°F
Fair
56°F
Cloud
54°F
Mixed
52°F
Cloud
2,625ft
48°F
Cloud
51°F
Lt Rain
61°F
Clear
64°F
Clear
63°F
Cloud
62°F
Mixed
61°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 5,673ft
to 5,148ft

varying 5,509ft
to 5,180ft

Max Town48°F51°F61°F64°F63°F62°F61°F
Min Town42°F42°F43°F43°F46°F47°F47°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.

Hochkönig 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 48°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

up to 1in New Snow

ShwrsMixedCloudLt Rain

Rain showers first, clear spells then cloudy, light rain later.

Snow Line from 5,673ft to 5,148ft, with rain below.

Max 51°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 51°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

New Snow

MixedLt RainShwrsLt Rain

Clear spells first, light rain showers then rain showers, light rain showers later.

Snow Line from 5,509ft to 5,180ft, with rain below.

Max 61°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 61°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

FairMixedClearFair

Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.

Max 64°F
Min 43°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 43°F to daytime highs around 64°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

FairFairMixedMixed

Fair early, then clear spells later.

Max 63°F
Min 46°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 46°F to daytime highs around 63°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

MixedFairShwrsMixed

Clear spells first, fair then rain showers, clear spells later.

Max 62°F
Min 47°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 62°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
13

Snow unlikely

MixedFairMixedMixed

Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.

Max 61°F
Min 47°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 47°F to daytime highs around 61°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
14

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudShwrsCloud

Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for Hochkönig, 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 Hochkönig, on any given trail 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.

Hochkönig Snow Forecast updated at 03:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Hochkönig

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Hochkönig
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrThuFriSatSunMonTueWed 7 Day
Kaprun1in 4in
Gastein1in 3in
Saalbach Hinterglemm2in 2in
Maria Alm1in 1in
Amadé1in 1in
Bad Gastein--
Bad Hofgastein- -
Dachstein-Tauern- -

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hochkönig

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