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Hochschwab Snow Forecast - 11th May 2026

Hochschwab Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 11 May 2026 07:41 CDT

Snow Forecast for Hochschwab

Snow and Weather from 11 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Hochschwab Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Hochschwab?

Hochschwab Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,290m)
Next Snow Expected12 May
Next Snow Amount5cm
Next 48 Hours5cm
Next 7 Days6cm

Forecast for today in Hochschwab

Max 19℃
Min 9℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 9℃ to daytime highs around 19℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
11

Snow unlikely

FairLt DrizzleCloudLt Drizzle

Fair first, light drizzle then cloudy, light drizzle later.

Forecast times for Hochschwab are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hochschwab from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Mon
11		Tue
12		Wed
13		Thu
14		Fri
15		Sat
16		Sun
17
WindNW F3NW F2
1,810m
12℃
Lt Drizzle
2℃
Snow
+5cm
7℃
Mixed
6℃
Cloud
3℃
Light Snow
+1cm
4℃
Drizzle
2℃
Light Snow
+3cm
NW F3NW F2
1,288m
15℃
Lt Drizzle
5℃
Snow
+5cm
10℃
Mixed
9℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
+1cm
7℃
Drizzle
5℃
Mixed
NW F3NW F2
765m
19℃
Lt Drizzle
9℃
Cloud
14℃
Mixed
13℃
Cloud
10℃
Lt Drizzle
11℃
Drizzle
9℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 1,350m
to 780m

842m

varying 1,565m
to 1,380m

varying 1,334m
to 1,196m

varying 1,565m
to 1,380m

Max Town19℃9℃14℃13℃10℃11℃9℃
Min Town9℃2℃0℃4℃4℃7℃6℃

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.

Snow Forecast near Hochschwab

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Hochschwab
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayMoTuWeThFrSaSu
Goldeck3cm 27cm
Göstling-Hochkar6cm 13cm
Aflenz3cm 6cm
Mürzsteg3cm 3cm
Lackenhof am Ötscher2cm 2cm
Veitsch - Brunnalm2cm 2cm
Annaberg1cm 1cm

Snow Reliability

Hochschwab typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 150 cm during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, skiers are encouraged to check J2Ski for updated information.

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.