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Tier B — Favored

📷 Sölden

Europe

Sölden

Pre-season — not open yet

Projected to open September 28, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 28, 10:05 AM UTC · informational only

Pre-season — not open yet

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

5.2cm

Snow Depth

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Powder Days

15

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 28, 10:05 AM•Weather at base: 1350m

Overview

Sölden is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently not operating today (Projected to open September 28, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~5 cm (2 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-28 10:05 UTC.

Resort Guide

Sölden is a prominent ski resort located in the Ötztal Alps of Tyrol, Austria, offering over 144 kilometers of slopes and two glacier ski areas for reliable snow conditions throughout the season. The resort features modern lift infrastructure, a vibrant après-ski scene, and direct access to the iconic BIG3 peaks, each above 3,000 meters. Sölden is known for its dynamic atmosphere, extensive terrain for all abilities, and unique experiences such as the 007 ELEMENTS James Bond cinematic installation. Key amenities include a variety of mountain restaurants, ski schools, and wellness facilities, making it a comprehensive destination for winter sports enthusiasts.

Resort Info

Summit3340m
Base1350m
Vertical1990m
Lifts31
Runs40
Skiable Area1062 acres
Average snowfall250 inches / 635 cm
CountryAustria
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Season dates

Projected openingSeptember 28, 2026

Future dates are operator estimates and may change.

Ski passes

Epic Pass

Epic Pass

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

Top Après Ski

Fire & Ice – A legendary après-ski hotspot in Sölden, Fire & Ice is renowned for its energetic atmosphere, live DJ performances, and central location at the base of the Giggijoch gondola, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to celebrate after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

3340mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 28, 2026 at 10:05 AM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 28, 10:05 AM UTC

Base

1350m

Temp

21.9°C

Wind

8.1km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

5.2cm

Mid-Mountain

2345m

Temp

--°C

Wind

9km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

5.2cm

Summit

3340m

Temp

8.9°C

Wind

8.1km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

5cm

El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Sölden El Niño rank & forecast

Sölden ranks #113 of 488 SnowSure resorts — Tier B, +7% in strong El Niño winters.

Tier B — Favored: Modest El Niño upside (+3% to +8% vs normal). Often a solid pick, without the biggest Andes-style swings.

#113 of 488Tier B — Favored

Strong-event signal: +7% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sölden averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Sölden sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -6%, '23-24 +42%. A pattern, not a promise.

'97-98 −14%'15-16 −6%'23-24 +42%

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

Sölden 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 Sölden (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, 10:05 AM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
9 / 27.8mm
Sat, Aug 29
7 / -33.4cm4.8mm
Sun, Aug 30
9 / -40.9mm
Mon, Aug 31
8 / -20.1cm2.4mm
Tue, Sep 1
8 / -20.4cm2.1mm
Wed, Sep 2
3 / -42.7cm5.7mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000003.4000000.1000.41.10.51.1
Precip (mm)0.62.74.5004.800.60.30.31.50.600.91.21.52.71.5
Temp (°C)583-16118017107102-1
Wind (km/h)875243131231141362
Gusts (km/h)48554118222311199161917212622213527

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (3340m)

ECMWF
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GFS
10.3cm
GEM
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JMA
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ICON
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Météo-Fr
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SnowSure™
5.2cm

10-Day Forecast

Today

28

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9.3°

2.2°

8 km/h

Sat

29

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7°

-3.2°

5 km/h

Sun

30

🌧️

8.8°

-4.4°

4 km/h

Mon

31

🌧️

7.5°

-2.3°

4 km/h

Tue

1

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7.8°

-2.4°

6 km/h

Wed

2

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3.2°

-3.9°

9 km/h

Thu

3

☁️

4.4°

-4.6°

8 km/h

Fri

4

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7.8°

-2.3°

8 km/h

Sat

5

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12.5°

0.2°

6 km/h

Sun

6

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12.2°

1°

5 km/h

Summit elevation (3340m) • 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, 10:05 AM UTC

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Off-season · 319cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 362cm full-season avg

319cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~216.9 cm. That's 32% below the 5-year average (319 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 40% below the 30-year average (362 cm).

Sölden Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 518cm with an average of 150 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
November70.7cm17 days43cm72cm15.9cm
December64.9cm19 days87cm112cm13.2cm
January59.3cm18 days116cm138cm12.6cm
February53.5cm18 days136cm155cm10.6cm
March65.9cm20 days146cm168cm13.1cm
April60cm18 days147cm172cm11.9cm
May52.7cm15 days106cm142cm13.9cm

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 Sep 28, 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 Sölden, ERA5 season snowfall median was 479 cm (189 in), about 6% 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

479 cm

10 El Niño winters · 6% below median

All-season median

511 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10479 cm449 cm – 557 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12532 cm495 cm – 612 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8482 cm418 cm – 530 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 Sölden

Where is Sölden?
Sölden is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Sölden?
Sölden runs from a base elevation of 1,350 m (4,429 ft) to a summit of 3,340 m (10,958 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,990 m (6,529 ft).
How big is Sölden?
Sölden has 1,062 acres (430 hectares) of skiable terrain, 40 marked runs and 31 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Sölden?
Sölden is on the Epic 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 Sölden?
Sölden typically operates from September 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 Sölden get in a typical season?
Sölden averages 250 inches / 635 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Sölden in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #113 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier B · strong-event signal +7% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sölden averaged +7% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Sölden sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -14%, '15-16 -6%, '23-24 +42%. A pattern, not a promise.