Kaltenbach Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 11 May 2026 07:43 CDT
Snow Forecast for Kaltenbach
Snow and Weather from 11 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Kaltenbach Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Kaltenbach?
| Next Snow Expected | 12 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 50cm |
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Forecast for today in Kaltenbach
Max 20℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
11
up to 1cm New Snow
Light drizzle, cloudy, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 2,114m to 1,822m, with rain below.
Forecast times for Kaltenbach are in Vienna (Europe/Vienna) time zone.
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| Mon 11 | Tue 12 | Wed 13 | Thu 14 | Fri 15 | Sat 16 | Sun 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,300m | 8℃
+1cm
| -3℃
 +5cm
| 4℃
 | 1℃
 +14cm
| -1℃
 +2cm
| -4℃
+25cm
| -1℃
 +9cm
|
| 1,430m | 13℃
| 3℃
+4cm
| 9℃
| 6℃
+10cm
| 4℃
+1cm
| 1℃
+25cm
| 4℃
+8cm
|
| 560m | 20℃
| 10℃
| 18℃
| 12℃
| 10℃
| 7℃
| 13℃
 |
| Snow Line | varying 2,114m | varying 1,898m | varying 2,083m | varying 1,791m | varying 1,406m | varying 2,252m | |
| Max Town | 20℃ | 10℃ | 18℃ | 12℃ | 10℃ | 7℃ | 13℃ |
| Min Town | 10℃ | 4℃ | 0℃ | 4℃ | -1℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ |
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 Kaltenbach
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hochfügen | 10cm | 64cm | |||||||
| Aschau im Zillertal | 7cm | 63cm | |||||||
| Fügen | 11cm | 60cm | |||||||
| Mayrhofen | 9cm | 60cm | |||||||
| Hochzillertal-Hochfügen | 7cm | 57cm | |||||||
| Innsbruck | 11cm | 51cm | |||||||
| Alpbach | 5cm | 42cm | |||||||
| Niederau | 5cm | 38cm |
Snow Reliability
Kaltenbach typically enjoys reliable snow conditions from December to April, with an average snow depth of 80-150 cm. Be sure to check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kaltenbach
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kaltenbach, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kaltenbach, 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 Kaltenbach 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 Kaltenbach 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 Kaltenbach 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.