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Saalbach Hinterglemm ski resort

Part of Saalbach · 2 ski areas

Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn
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Tier D — Late bloomer — aim Feb–Mar

📷 Saalbach Hinterglemm

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Saalbach Hinterglemm

Closed for the season

Season ended April 19, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 19

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:04 AM•Weather at base: 1003m

Overview

Saalbach Hinterglemm is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:04 UTC.

Resort Guide

Saalbach Hinterglemm is a major ski resort located in the Austrian Alps, offering 270 kilometers of interconnected slopes within the Skicircus Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn area. The resort features a diverse range of runs for all abilities, modern lift infrastructure, and a vibrant après-ski scene. Signature experiences include extensive snow parks, night skiing, and winter hiking trails, complemented by a variety of mountain restaurants and wellness facilities. Its combination of expansive terrain, lively village atmosphere, and comprehensive amenities distinguishes Saalbach Hinterglemm as a leading destination for winter sports enthusiasts.

Resort Info

Summit2096m
Base1003m
Vertical1093m
Lifts70
Runs100
Skiable Area1977 acres
Average snowfall175 inches / 445 cm
CountryAustria
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Season dates

Season endedApril 19, 2026
Projected openingNovember 29, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Epic Pass

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Salzburg Super Ski Card

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

Top Après Ski

Goaßstall – Famous for its energetic après-ski parties, live music, and rustic alpine charm, Goaßstall in Hinterglemm is a legendary hotspot where skiers gather for drinks, dancing, and a lively atmosphere right at the foot of the slopes.

Snow Summary

2096mECMWF Model

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The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:04 AM UTC

Base

1003m

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27.6°C

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El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Saalbach Hinterglemm El Niño rank & forecast

Saalbach Hinterglemm ranks #253 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier D, −3% 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.

#253 of 488Tier D — Late 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), Saalbach Hinterglemm 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 +12%, '15-16 -15%, '23-24 -6%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 +12%'15-16 −15%'23-24 −6%

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.

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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 Saalbach Hinterglemm (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.

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Hourly Forecast Detail

AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level

NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Aug 28, 10:04 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
22 / 90.9mm
Sat, Aug 29
15 / 73.3mm
Sun, Aug 30
17 / 60.6mm
Mon, Aug 31
15 / 73.9mm
Tue, Sep 1
15 / 53.6mm
Wed, Sep 2
8 / 515.6mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
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Precip (mm)000.9003.300.600.61.51.801.81.83.37.84.5
Temp (°C)1522139148916991488148786
Wind (km/h)7105363421452352242
Gusts (km/h)30453719232416169202212152420233221

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

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10-Day Forecast

Today

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22.4°

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Sat

29

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14.7°

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30

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17.1°

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31

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14.6°

6.6°

6 km/h

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14.9°

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7.9°

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12.8°

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6 km/h

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14.6°

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21.2°

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6

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21.5°

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Summit elevation (2096m) • 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, 10:04 AM UTC

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Off-season · 231cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 339cm full-season avg

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5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~161.7 cm. That's 30% below the 5-year average (231 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 52% below the 30-year average (339 cm).

Saalbach Hinterglemm Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 384cm 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
November48.6cm13 days14cm36cm11.3cm
December63.8cm17 days47cm69cm12.6cm
January65.4cm17 days79cm100cm12.3cm
February64.4cm17 days102cm120cm13.1cm
March62.5cm17 days109cm132cm12.5cm
April36.8cm11 days86cm118cm8.9cm
May9.5cm5 days19cm57cm5.2cm

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 29, 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 Saalbach Hinterglemm, ERA5 season snowfall median was 354 cm (139 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

354 cm

10 El Niño winters · 4% below median

All-season median

368 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10354 cm309 cm – 409 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12435 cm351 cm – 496 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8360 cm273 cm – 445 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 Saalbach Hinterglemm

Where is Saalbach Hinterglemm?
Saalbach Hinterglemm is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Saalbach Hinterglemm?
Saalbach Hinterglemm runs from a base elevation of 1,003 m (3,291 ft) to a summit of 2,096 m (6,877 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,093 m (3,586 ft).
How big is Saalbach Hinterglemm?
Saalbach Hinterglemm has 1,977 acres (800 hectares) of skiable terrain, 100 marked runs and 70 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Saalbach Hinterglemm?
Saalbach Hinterglemm is on the Epic Pass and 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 Saalbach Hinterglemm?
Saalbach Hinterglemm 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 Saalbach Hinterglemm get in a typical season?
Saalbach Hinterglemm averages 175 inches / 445 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Saalbach Hinterglemm in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #253 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), Saalbach Hinterglemm 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 +12%, '15-16 -15%, '23-24 -6%. A pattern, not a promise.