Zakopane Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Zakopane
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This is the Snow Forecast for Zakopane, Poland for 16 days from 13 May.
Updated 12 May 2025 21:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zakopane.
Forecast for today in Zakopane
Max 49°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Zakopane has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Zakopane Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Zakopane 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | ||
| 6,430ft | 37°F
| 41°F
| 36°F
 +3in
| 31°F
| 29°F
+1in
| 33°F
+1in
| 35°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||||
| 4,742ft | 42°F
| 47°F
 | 42°F
+2in
| 37°F
 | 35°F
+1in
| 39°F
+1in
| 41°F
|
| SW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||
| 3,054ft | 49°F
| 53°F
| 48°F
| 46°F
| 44°F
| 48°F
| 50°F
 |
| Snow Line | varying 3,671ft | 4,360ft | varying 3,901ft | varying 3,802ft | 4,295ft | ||
| Max Town | 49°F | 53°F | 48°F | 46°F | 44°F | 48°F | 50°F |
| Min Town | 33°F | 40°F | 30°F | 32°F | 36°F | 36°F | 36°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.
Zakopane 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 49°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
13
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 53°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
14
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 48°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°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
Thu
15
up to 3in New Snow
Cloudy, heavy snow showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 3,671ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, clear sky then rain showers, fair later.
Max 44°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy first, light snow then light snow at altitude, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,901ft to resort level.
Max 48°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, light snow at altitude then light rain showers, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 3,802ft to 3,540ft, with rain below.
Max 50°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, light drizzle, clear spells later.
This Snow Forecast for Zakopane, Poland 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 Zakopane, 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.
Zakopane Snow Forecast updated at 21:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Zakopane
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vysoké Tatry | - | 4in | |||||||
| Liptovské Ján | 1in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Zakopane
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Zakopane, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Zakopane, 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 Zakopane 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 Zakopane 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 Zakopane 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.