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Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

📷 Ski Arlberg

Europe

Ski Arlberg

Closed for the season

Season ended April 19, 2026

Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 06:06 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for the season — closed April 19

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

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Past 24 Hours

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14-Day Forecast

2.9cm

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Powder Days

13

2026–27 season

Updated: Aug 21, 6:06 PM•Weather at base: 1304m

Overview

Ski Arlberg is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~3 cm (1.2 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 18:06 UTC.

Resort Guide

Ski Arlberg is Austria’s largest interconnected ski area, spanning the regions of Tyrol and Vorarlberg and encompassing renowned villages such as St. Anton, Lech, Zürs, Stuben, Warth, and Schröcken. The resort offers over 300 kilometers of marked ski runs and 200 kilometers of deep-snow routes, catering to all ability levels with modern lift infrastructure and extensive off-piste opportunities. Its alpine setting, vibrant après-ski culture, and diverse terrain make it a premier destination for both advanced skiers and families seeking a comprehensive winter experience. Key amenities include ski schools, mountain restaurants, and a well-developed network of lifts and services.

Resort Info

Summit2811m
Base1304m
Vertical1507m
Lifts85
Runs130
Skiable Area7413 acres
Average snowfall354 inches / 899 cm
CountryAustria
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Season dates

Season endedApril 19, 2026
Projected openingDecember 6, 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

MooserWirt – Renowned as one of the most iconic après-ski bars in the Alps, MooserWirt in St. Anton am Arlberg is famous for its energetic atmosphere, lively music, and packed outdoor terrace where skiers gather for unforgettable parties after a day on the slopes.

Snow Summary

2811mECMWF Model

Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 6:06 PM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

The Alps region

Current Conditions

Reported Fri, Aug 21, 06:06 PM UTC

Base

1304m

Temp

10.9°C

Wind

3.1km/h

Snow Depth

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14-Day Forecast

2.9cm

Mid-Mountain

2058m

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Wind

3km/h

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2.9cm

Summit

2811m

Temp

1.2°C

Wind

3.1km/h

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14-Day Forecast

2.9cm

El Niño Outlook · Winter 2026-27

Ski Arlberg (St. Anton) El Niño rank & forecast

Ski Arlberg (St. Anton) ranks #26 of 152 SnowSure resorts — Tier A, +11% 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).

#26 of 152Tier A — Prime El Niño terrain

Strong-event signal: +11% vs this resort's 30-yr avg

In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Ski Arlberg (St. Anton) 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 Ski Arlberg (St. Anton) with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -12%, '15-16 -9%, '23-24 +53%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.

'97-98 −12%'15-16 −9%'23-24 +53%

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 Ski Arlberg (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 21, 6:06 PM

Hourly Forecast Detail
 
Today
6 / -10.3cm15.3mm
Sat, Aug 22
5 / -20.3cm0.9mm
Sun, Aug 23
8 / -3
Mon, Aug 24
11 / 0
Tue, Aug 25
9 / 24.8mm
Wed, Aug 26
14 / 20.3mm
PeriodAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNightAMPMNight
Snow (cm)000.30.100.2000000000000
Precip (mm)0.313.51.50.30.30.30000001.82.70.300.30
Temp (°C)44204027051134948135
Wind (km/h)5747113382273364263
Gusts (km/h)152719293420132513122613395634121820

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (2811m)

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JMA
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SnowSure™
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10-Day Forecast

Today

21

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5.5°

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10 km/h

Sat

22

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4.7°

-2.4°

12 km/h

Sun

23

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8°

-3.1°

9 km/h

Mon

24

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11.1°

-0.5°

8 km/h

Tue

25

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9.1°

2.1°

7 km/h

Wed

26

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13.5°

1.9°

8 km/h

Thu

27

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13.6°

2.3°

7 km/h

Fri

28

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6.7°

3°

6 km/h

Sat

29

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5.9°

0.5°

12 km/h

Sun

30

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8°

-0.3°

10 km/h

Summit elevation (2811m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Aug 21, 06:06 PM UTC

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Off-season · 440cm full-season avg

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Off-season · 465cm full-season avg

440cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

The last completed season totaled ~290.4 cm. That's 34% below the 5-year average (440 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 38% below the 30-year average (465 cm).

Ski Arlberg Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 579cm with an average of 128 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
November70.8cm15 days27cm55cm16.5cm
December87.2cm18 days73cm104cm16.8cm
January85.2cm18 days110cm141cm17.3cm
February81.4cm17 days139cm165cm15.7cm
March85.3cm19 days152cm178cm16cm
April62.3cm15 days140cm172cm13cm
May36.6cm10 days71cm119cm12.3cm

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 6, 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 Ski Arlberg, ERA5 season snowfall median was 517 cm (204 in), about 7% 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

517 cm

10 El Niño winters · 7% below median

All-season median

557 cm

Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)

PhaseSeasonsMedianp25–p75Recent analogs
El Niñocurrent10517 cm474 cm – 578 cm2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009
La Niña12638 cm561 cm – 711 cm2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010
ENSO-neutral8526 cm443 cm – 589 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 Ski Arlberg

Where is Ski Arlberg?
Ski Arlberg is a ski resort in Austria.
How high is Ski Arlberg?
Ski Arlberg runs from a base elevation of 1,304 m (4,278 ft) to a summit of 2,811 m (9,222 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,507 m (4,944 ft).
How big is Ski Arlberg?
Ski Arlberg has 7,413 acres (3,000 hectares) of skiable terrain, 130 marked runs and 85 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Ski Arlberg?
Ski Arlberg 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 Ski Arlberg?
Ski Arlberg 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 Ski Arlberg get in a typical season?
Ski Arlberg averages 354 inches / 899 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Ski Arlberg in winter 2026-27?
El Niño Signal Rank: #26 of 152 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +11% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Ski Arlberg (St. Anton) 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 Ski Arlberg (St. Anton) with confidence. Individual analog winters: '97-98 -12%, '15-16 -9%, '23-24 +53%. A lean, not a law — but the lean is firmly up.