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KitzSki ski resort

Europe

KitzSki

Closed for the season

Season ended April 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:03 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, 10:03 AMWeather at base: 800m

Overview

KitzSki is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 12, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:03 UTC.

Resort Guide

KitzSki is a prominent ski resort located in the Kitzbühel Alps of Austria, spanning the areas of Kitzbühel, Kirchberg, and Mittersill. The resort features over 230 kilometers of groomed slopes, modern lift systems, and a variety of terrain suitable for all skill levels. Known for its historic Hahnenkamm downhill race, KitzSki offers a blend of traditional alpine charm, vibrant après-ski, and extensive winter sports facilities, making it a standout destination in the region. Key amenities include ski schools, mountain restaurants, and family-friendly services.

Resort Info

Summit2000m
Base800m
Vertical1200m
Lifts58
Runs96
Skiable Area1148.1 acres
Average snowfall90 inches / 229 cm
CountryAustria

Season dates

Season endedApril 12, 2026
Projected openingNovember 22, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

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

Top Après Ski

The Londoner – Renowned as one of the most iconic après-ski pubs in Kitzbühel, The Londoner offers a vibrant atmosphere with live music, energetic crowds, and a longstanding reputation as the go-to spot for post-ski celebrations in the heart of the resort.

Snow Summary

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Current Conditions

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28.8°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

KitzSki El Niño rank & forecast

KitzSki ranks #257 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −3% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier DLate 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.

#257 of 488Tier DLate bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

Strong-event signal: −3% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), KitzSki averaged -3% 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 +2%, '15-16 -18%, '23-24 +7%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 +2%'15-16 −18%'23-24 +7%

Live Conditions

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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 KitzSki (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, 10:03 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
23 / 81.8mm
Sat, Aug 29
14 / 73.6mm
Sun, Aug 30
18 / 51.2mm
Mon, Aug 31
15 / 66.3mm
Tue, Sep 1
15 / 53.9mm
Wed, Sep 2
9 / 611.1mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)001.8003.600.90.30.62.13.601.52.44.233.9
Temp (°C)1322129149917991488148787
Wind (km/h)895364543443363332
Gusts (km/h)233525132217161810152112122117182617

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10-Day Forecast

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31

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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

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Off-season · 259cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 332cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~181.3 cm. That's 30% below the 5-year average (259 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 45% below the 30-year average (332 cm).

KitzSki Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 382cm with an average of 108 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
November48cm13 days12cm34cm11.2cm
December62.6cm17 days43cm66cm12.7cm
January63.6cm17 days74cm97cm12.3cm
February61.9cm17 days97cm115cm13.1cm
March60.8cm17 days100cm124cm12.2cm
April38cm11 days73cm105cm9.1cm
May11.3cm6 days12cm42cm4.9cm

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 Nov 22, 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 KitzSki, ERA5 season snowfall median was 355 cm (140 in), about 9% 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

355 cm

10 El Niño winters · 9% below median

All-season median

388 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10355 cm314 cm – 389 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12435 cm391 cm – 452 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8335 cm323 cm – 405 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

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Good

December

Good

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

Frequently asked questions about KitzSki

Where is KitzSki?
KitzSki is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is KitzSki?
KitzSki runs from a base elevation of 800 m (2,625 ft) to a summit of 2,000 m (6,562 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,200 m (3,937 ft).
How big is KitzSki?
KitzSki has 1,148 acres (465 hectares) of skiable terrain, 96 marked runs and 58 lifts.
Which ski pass covers KitzSki?
KitzSki 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 KitzSki?
KitzSki typically operates from November 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 KitzSki get in a typical season?
KitzSki averages 90 inches / 229 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect KitzSki in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #257 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -3% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), KitzSki averaged -3% 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 +2%, '15-16 -18%, '23-24 +7%. A pattern, not a promise.