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Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

📷 Hochkönig Bergbahnen

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Hochkönig Bergbahnen

Closed for the season

Season ended April 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:00 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:00 AM•Weather at base: 800m

Overview

Hochkönig Bergbahnen is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 12, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:00 UTC.

Resort Guide

Hochkönig Bergbahnen is located in the Salzburg region of Austria and forms part of the Ski amadé network, offering access to over 120 kilometers of slopes across the villages of Maria Alm, Dienten, and Mühlbach. The resort is known for its panoramic mountain views, family-friendly atmosphere, and the signature "Königstour" ski circuit, which connects all three villages in a single day. Key amenities include modern lift systems, snow parks, and a variety of mountain huts and restaurants, making it a versatile destination for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.

Resort Info

Summit1780m
Base800m
Vertical980m
Lifts34
Skiable Area2965.3 acres
Average snowfall67 inches / 170 cm
CountryAustria
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Season dates

Season endedApril 12, 2026
Projected openingDecember 5, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Salzburg Super Ski Card

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Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

TOM Almhütte – A stylish mountain hut located at 1,620 meters, TOM Almhütte is renowned for its panoramic views, modern alpine design, and vibrant après-ski scene featuring live music, DJ events, and a welcoming atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for post-ski celebrations.

Snow Summary

1780mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:00 AM UTC

Base

800m

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30.3°C

Wind

8.7km/h

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27.2°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Hochkönig Bergbahnen El Niño rank & forecast

Hochkönig Bergbahnen ranks #269 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −4% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar: Often a bit lighter early (−3% to −8% vs normal). History favors waiting for peak-depth months (often Feb–Mar) rather than skipping the resort.

#269 of 488Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

Strong-event signal: −4% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Hochkönig Bergbahnen averaged -4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +14%, '15-16 -17%, '23-24 -10%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 +14%'15-16 −17%'23-24 −10%

Signal = average snowfall in the three strongest El Niño winters since 1996 ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24) vs this resort's own 30-year ERA5 baseline. n=3 — a lean, not a law. Updated monthly against measured snowfall Dec–Mar.

Full El Niño report →

Live Conditions

Hochkönig Bergbahnen Webcams

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.

SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting

The black line is not a simple average. For Hochkönig Bergbahnen (alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).

  • 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
  • 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
  • 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.

Building verification history for this resort.

How we verify forecasts →

Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 10:00 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
24 / 120.6mm
Sat, Aug 29
16 / 92.7mm
Sun, Aug 30
19 / 91.8mm
Mon, Aug 31
16 / 104.5mm
Tue, Sep 1
16 / 85.4mm
Wed, Sep 2
10 / 813.8mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)000.600.32.401.50.30.61.82.102.433.35.74.8
Temp (°C)20241611151013181213161111151010109
Wind (km/h)4104333321221131241
Gusts (km/h)245834241725121510122012152420243721

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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24.2°

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12 km/h

Sat

29

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15.8°

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30

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18.6°

9.4°

4 km/h

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31

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16.2°

10.1°

3 km/h

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15.5°

8.3°

3 km/h

Wed

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10.2°

7.7°

5 km/h

Thu

3

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14.7°

5.3°

6 km/h

Fri

4

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16.9°

8.8°

8 km/h

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5

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23.1°

12.3°

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6

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23.8°

12.9°

6 km/h

Summit elevation (1780m) • ECMWF model

Avalanche

No bulletin for this mountain

No official warning service is mapped for this resort’s country yet (v1 covers the United States, Canada and Switzerland). A bulletin may still be published locally.

SnowSure relays the official avalanche bulletin and does not issue avalanche forecasts. Read the full bulletin at the issuer’s link and make your own terrain decisions. Not a substitute for avalanche education, equipment, or local knowledge.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:00 AM UTC

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Off-season · 371cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~207.2 cm. That's 34% below the 5-year average (314 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 44% below the 30-year average (371 cm).

Hochkönig Bergbahnen Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 386cm with an average of 107 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November48.7cm13 days17cm41cm11.4cm
December64.5cm18 days54cm78cm13cm
January66.3cm17 days88cm112cm12.5cm
February64.4cm17 days113cm132cm13.6cm
March61.9cm17 days123cm147cm13cm
April35.4cm11 days102cm134cm8.9cm
May9.2cm5 days28cm72cm4.8cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

Season at a Glance

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Dec 5, 2026

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

ENSO seasonal analog

History · not a forecast

In 10 past El Niño winters at Hochkönig Bergbahnen, ERA5 season snowfall median was 347 cm (137 in), about 5% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.

Prevailing ONI

El Niño

MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C

Analog season median

347 cm

10 El Niño winters · 5% below median

All-season median

366 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10347 cm308 cm – 416 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12440 cm324 cm – 509 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8366 cm277 cm – 456 cm2025, 2024, 2016, 2013, 2012, 2003

Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

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Frequently asked questions about Hochkönig Bergbahnen

Where is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen runs from a base elevation of 800 m (2,625 ft) to a summit of 1,780 m (5,840 ft), giving a vertical drop of 980 m (3,215 ft).
How big is Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen has 2,965 acres (1,200 hectares) of skiable terrain and 34 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen is on the Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Hochkönig Bergbahnen?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Hochkönig Bergbahnen get in a typical season?
Hochkönig Bergbahnen averages 67 inches / 170 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Hochkönig Bergbahnen in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #269 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -4% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Hochkönig Bergbahnen averaged -4% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +14%, '15-16 -17%, '23-24 -10%. A pattern, not a promise.