Schmittenhöhe Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Schmittenhöhe
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This is the Snow Forecast for Schmittenhöhe, Austria for 16 days from 2 April.
Updated 02 April 2025 01:30 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 12 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Schmittenhöhe.
Forecast for today in Schmittenhöhe
Max 55°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Schmittenhöhe has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Schmittenhöhe Snow Report
Snow report from Saalbach Hinterglemm (near Schmittenhöhe)
| Upper Snow Depths | 35in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 24in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
Schmittenhöhe 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 6,562ft | 38°F
| 40°F
 | 46°F
| 44°F
| 31°F
| 30°F
| 26°F
 +1in
|
| 4,593ft | 45°F
| 48°F
| 51°F
| 50°F
| 38°F
| 38°F
| 33°F
 |
| 2,625ft | 55°F
| 56°F
| 56°F
| 54°F
| 42°F
| 45°F
| 41°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 3,802ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 55°F | 56°F | 56°F | 54°F | 42°F | 45°F | 41°F |
| Min Town | 39°F | 41°F | 41°F | 39°F | 28°F | 28°F | 33°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.
Schmittenhöhe 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 55°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 56°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 56°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 54°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 42°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, fair later.
Max 45°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, fair later.
Max 41°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
08
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,802ft to 3,146ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Schmittenhöhe, 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 Schmittenhöhe, 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.
Schmittenhöhe Snow Forecast updated at 01:30 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Schmittenhöhe
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bad Gastein | - | 2in | |||||||
| Going am Wilden Kaiser | - | 1in | |||||||
| Kaprun | - | 1in | |||||||
| Kitzbühel | - | 1in | |||||||
| Rauris | - | 1in | |||||||
| Saalbach Hinterglemm | - | 1in | |||||||
| Zell am See | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Schmittenhöhe
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Schmittenhöhe, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Schmittenhöhe, 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 Schmittenhöhe 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 Schmittenhöhe 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 Schmittenhöhe 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.