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Ischgl ski resort

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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Ischgl

Europe

Ischgl

Closed for the season

Season ended May 3, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 09:00 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed May 3

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

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Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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14-Day Forecast

2.4cm

Snow Depth

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Powder Days

14

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 9:00 AM•Weather at base: 1377m

Overview

Ischgl is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Season ended May 3, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~2 cm (0.8 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 09:00 UTC.

Resort Guide

Ischgl is a renowned ski resort located in the Paznaun Valley of Tyrol, Austria, offering over 239 kilometers of interconnected slopes and modern lift facilities. The resort is known for its vibrant après-ski scene, high-altitude skiing with reliable snow conditions, and direct cross-border access to the Swiss resort of Samnaun. Signature experiences include extensive freeride opportunities, gourmet mountain restaurants, and large-scale open-air concerts, making Ischgl a dynamic destination for both skiing and entertainment.

Resort Info

Summit2872m
Base1377m
Vertical1495m
Lifts46
Runs73
Skiable Area1273 acres
Average snowfall315 inches / 800 cm
CountryAustria
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Season dates

Season endedMay 3, 2026

Ski passes

Ikon Pass

Ikon Pass

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

Top Après Ski

Trofana Alm – A legendary après-ski hotspot in Ischgl, Trofana Alm is renowned for its rustic alpine charm, energetic live music, and lively crowds, making it a must-visit for those seeking an authentic and vibrant après-ski experience near the slopes.

Snow Summary

2872mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 09:00 AM UTC

Base

1377m

Temp

20.1°C

Wind

16.5km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

2.4cm

Mid-Mountain

2125m

Temp

15.2°C

Wind

16.5km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

2.4cm

Summit

2872m

Temp

10.4°C

Wind

16.5km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

2.4cm

El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Ischgl El Niño rank & forecast

Ischgl ranks #74 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +10% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain: Historically snowed much more than normal in strong El Niño winters (≥ +8% vs this resort’s own 30-year average).

#74 of 488Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +10% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Ischgl averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Ischgl with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -8%, '15-16 -0%, '23-24 +38%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.

'97-98 −8%'15-16 0%'23-24 +38%

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

Ischgl Webcams

All Webcams

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

Silvrettaseilbahn AG / Bergbahnen Samnaun AG

15 webcams • Click to expand

Local Reports

0 reports
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 Ischgl (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, 9:00 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
11 / 311.4mm
Sat, Aug 29
10 / 11.5cm6mm
Sun, Aug 30
11 / 11.8mm
Mon, Aug 31
11 / 22.4mm
Tue, Sep 1
11 / 42.4mm
Wed, Sep 2
7 / 16.6mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000001.5000000000000
Precip (mm)0.63.67.200.35.701.50.30.61.20.600.61.80.93.62.1
Temp (°C)8107393511461046105462
Wind (km/h)11156272282373492272
Gusts (km/h)547247142620153114193021274028223326

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2872m)

ECMWF
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GFS
4.8cm
GEM
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JMA
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ICON
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Météo-Fr
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SnowSure™
2.4cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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11.3°

2.9°

17 km/h

Sat

29

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10°

0.6°

9 km/h

Sun

30

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11.2°

0.8°

10 km/h

Mon

31

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10.6°

2.1°

8 km/h

Tue

1

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10.6°

3.5°

10 km/h

Wed

2

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7.2°

1°

8 km/h

Thu

3

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8.2°

-1.7°

9 km/h

Fri

4

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11.8°

1.8°

9 km/h

Sat

5

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15.8°

4.9°

11 km/h

Sun

6

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15.6°

6°

11 km/h

Summit elevation (2872m) • 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, 09:00 AM UTC

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Off-season · 378cm full-season avg

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vs 30-Year Avg

Off-season · 419cm full-season avg

378cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~268.4 cm. That's 29% below the 5-year average (378 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (419 cm).

Ischgl Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 525cm with an average of 142 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
November68.9cm16 days44cm75cm15.2cm
December73.4cm18 days93cm127cm14.8cm
January67.5cm18 days129cm158cm14.9cm
February63.6cm17 days154cm182cm13cm
March70.9cm19 days167cm194cm13.5cm
April55.4cm17 days167cm194cm11.7cm
May42.7cm14 days127cm163cm12.5cm

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

Season at a Glance

1 tracked season

Last completed season(2025-26)

158 days

Nov 27, 2025 → May 3, 2026

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 26, 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 Ischgl, ERA5 season snowfall median was 500 cm (197 in), about 4% 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

500 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% below median

All-season median

520 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10500 cm487 cm – 525 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12556 cm465 cm – 630 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8509 cm349 cm – 591 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 Ischgl

Where is Ischgl?
Ischgl is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Ischgl?
Ischgl runs from a base elevation of 1,377 m (4,518 ft) to a summit of 2,872 m (9,423 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,495 m (4,905 ft).
How big is Ischgl?
Ischgl has 1,273 acres (515 hectares) of skiable terrain, 73 marked runs and 46 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Ischgl?
Ischgl is on the Ikon Pass. 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 Ischgl?
Ischgl typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Ischgl get in a typical season?
Ischgl averages 315 inches / 800 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Ischgl in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #74 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +10% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Ischgl averaged +10% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline — one of the strongest positive El Niño signals we track. With NOAA forecasting a potentially record event for winter 2026-27, history says this is the winter to book Ischgl with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -8%, '15-16 -0%, '23-24 +38%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.