Hochschwab Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hochschwab
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hochschwab, Austria for 16 days from 28 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 07:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 30 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 19in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hochschwab.
Forecast for today in Hochschwab
Max 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then light rain later.
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Updated 28 March 2025 10:35 PDT
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Hochschwab Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Hochschwab 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | NW F5 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||
| 5,938ft | 35°F
 | 33°F
 +8in
| 33°F
 +2in
| 26°F
 +7in
| 29°F
+1in
| 40°F
| 42°F
 |
| NW F3 | NW F4 | NW F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 4,224ft | 42°F
 | 40°F
| 41°F
+1in
| 32°F
+9in
| 36°F
+1in
| 44°F
| 47°F
|
| SW F3 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 2,510ft | 45°F
| 43°F
| 45°F
| 36°F
 | 40°F
| 54°F
| 57°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 4,163ft | varying 4,163ft | varying 3,310ft | 3,146ft | |||
| Max Town | 45°F | 43°F | 45°F | 36°F | 40°F | 54°F | 57°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 36°F | 36°F | 35°F | 33°F | 32°F | 40°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.
Hochschwab 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 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
28
Snow unlikely
Fog early, then light rain later.
Max 43°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 8in New Snow
Light rain.
Snow Line from 4,163ft to 3,245ft, with rain below.
Max 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
up to 2in New Snow
Drizzle first, heavy drizzle then cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 4,163ft to 3,310ft, with rain below.
Max 36°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
up to 7in New Snow
Snow at altitude early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,310ft to 3,146ft, with rain below.
Max 40°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to 3,146ft, with rain below.
Max 54°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Max 57°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 57°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Hochschwab, 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 Hochschwab, 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.
Hochschwab Snow Forecast updated at 07:37 PDT, next update expected 13:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Hochschwab
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldeck | 10in | 22in | |||||||
| Göstling-Hochkar | 11in | 20in | |||||||
| Lackenhof am Ötscher | 2in | 8in | |||||||
| Aflenz | 3in | 8in | |||||||
| Mürzsteg | - | 6in | |||||||
| Veitsch - Brunnalm | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Annaberg | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Langenwang | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hochschwab
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hochschwab, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hochschwab, 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 Hochschwab 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 Hochschwab 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 Hochschwab 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.