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Zillertal Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Zillertal Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 00:41 PDT

Snow Forecast for Zillertal

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

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 (6,299ft)
Next Snow Expected7 May
Next Snow Amount2in
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days2in
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Forecast for today in Zillertal

Max 75°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

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)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
Wind
10,761ft
44°F
Clear
46°F
Fair
40°F
Cloud
37°F
Cloud
32°F
Snow
+2in
29°F
Snow
+3in
37°F
Cloud
6,299ft
59°F
Clear
60°F
Mixed
55°F
Cloud
51°F
Cloud
51°F
Light Snow
46°F
Snow
+2in
52°F
Cloud
1,837ft
75°F
Clear
77°F
Cloud
73°F
Cloud
69°F
Cloud
63°F
Shwrs
62°F
Lt Drizzle
70°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 8,904ft
to 6,280ft

varying 8,550ft
to 4,967ft

Max Town75°F77°F73°F69°F63°F62°F70°F
Min Town36°F38°F42°F47°F45°F46°F43°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 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Tux - Finkenberg-8in
Mayrhofen-7in
Hippach-5in
Fügen-4in
Igls-4in
Innsbruck-4in
Kaltenbach-4in
Hopfgarten im Brixental-1in

Snow Reliability

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.