Zugspitz Arena Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zugspitz Arena
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Zugspitz Arena, Austria for 15 days from 29 March.
Updated 28 March 2025 05:38 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4in |
| Next 48 Hours | 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zugspitz Arena.
Forecast for today in Zugspitz Arena
Max 41°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 3in New Snow
Light snow at altitude.
Snow Line from 4,491ft to 3,901ft, with rain below.
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Updated 28 March 2025 15:40 PDT
Powder Possible :- 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Zugspitz Arena over the next 2 days.
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Zugspitz Arena Snow Report
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Zugspitz Arena 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 9,728ft | 17°F
+3in
| 25°F
 | 17°F
| 17°F
 | 33°F
 | 35°F
| 41°F
 +2in
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 6,504ft | 29°F
+4in
| 38°F
 | 29°F
| 30°F
| 44°F
| 47°F
| 54°F
|
| 3,281ft | 41°F
| 48°F
| 39°F
| 40°F
| 53°F
| 54°F
| 64°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 4,491ft | varying 5,115ft | varying 4,426ft | varying 4,459ft | varying 6,099ft | ||
| Max Town | 41°F | 48°F | 39°F | 40°F | 53°F | 54°F | 64°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 36°F | 35°F | 32°F | 32°F | 37°F | 42°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.
Zugspitz Arena 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 41°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
29
up to 3in New Snow
Light snow at altitude.
Snow Line from 4,491ft to 3,901ft, with rain below.
Max 48°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
New Snow
Light snow at altitude early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 5,115ft to 3,835ft, with rain below.
Max 39°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
31
New Snow
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 4,426ft to 4,196ft, with rain below.
Max 40°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 4,459ft to 4,229ft, with rain below.
Max 53°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 54°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, fair later.
Max 64°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 64°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
04
up to 2in New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain showers then fair, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 6,099ft to 4,787ft, with rain below.
This Snow Forecast for Zugspitz Arena, 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 Zugspitz Arena, 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.
Zugspitz Arena Snow Forecast updated at 05:38 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Zugspitz Arena
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmisch-Partenkirchen | 18in | 19in | |||||||
| Oberjoch-Hindelang | 14in | 14in | |||||||
| Ehrwald | 13in | 14in | |||||||
| Lermoos | 11in | 12in | |||||||
| Kühtai-Sellraintal | 8in | 9in | |||||||
| Oberau | 7in | 9in | |||||||
| Seefeld | 7in | 8in | |||||||
| Berwang | 6in | 6in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zugspitz Arena
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zugspitz Arena, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zugspitz Arena, 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 Zugspitz Arena 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 Zugspitz Arena 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 Zugspitz Arena 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.