📷 Zakopane
Europe
Zakopane
Closed for the season
Season ended April 19, 2026
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for the season — closed April 19
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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
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Snow Depth
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Powder Days
5
2026–27 season
Overview
Zakopane is a ski resort in Europe, Poland, currently closed for the season (Season ended April 19, 2026). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:08 UTC.
Resort Guide
Zakopane is a renowned mountain resort town located at the foot of the Tatra Mountains in southern Poland, serving as a gateway to the region’s ski areas and winter sports. The town offers access to multiple ski slopes, cross-country trails, and cable cars, with a vibrant atmosphere shaped by traditional wooden architecture and local culture. Visitors can enjoy a range of amenities including accommodations, restaurants, and wellness facilities, as well as signature experiences such as hiking in Tatra National Park and exploring the bustling Krupówki Street. Zakopane stands out for its blend of natural alpine beauty, cultural heritage, and diverse outdoor activities throughout the year.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Zakopane
Lifts
34
Skiable area
810 ac
Longest run
5.4 km / 3.4 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram2
- Quad chair1
- Double chair1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Le Scandale Zakopane – A stylish cocktail bar and club renowned for its vibrant après-ski scene, creative drinks, and regular live DJ performances, making it a favorite gathering spot for both locals and visitors after a day on the slopes.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:08 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Tatras region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC
Base
1014m
Temp
20.4°C
Wind
5.9km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1501m
Temp
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Wind
6km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
1987m
Temp
14.1°C
Wind
5.9km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
0cm
Live Conditions
Zakopane Webcams
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Local Reports
0 reportsDaily 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 Zakopane (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, 3:08 PM
Today 15 / 105.1mm | Sat, Aug 22 13 / 52.4mm | Sun, Aug 23 10 / 3 | Mon, Aug 24 10 / 3 | Tue, Aug 25 13 / 10.3mm | Wed, Aug 26 13 / 60.6mm | |||||||||||||
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| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0.9 | 3.6 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 12 | 15 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 10 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 5 | 11 | 13 | 7 |
| Wind (km/h) | 8 | 9 | 12 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 7 | 12 | 6 | 8 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 3 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 31 | 39 | 41 | 42 | 39 | 47 | 23 | 33 | 22 | 25 | 32 | 13 | 29 | 39 | 19 | 15 | 25 | 22 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1987m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
14.9°
10°
22 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
12.6°
5.3°
23 km/h
Sun
23
☁️
10.1°
2.9°
12 km/h
Mon
24
☁️
9.9°
2.6°
12 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
12.7°
1.4°
7 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
13.2°
5.9°
9 km/h
Thu
27
⛅
16.5°
5.4°
7 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
17.1°
8.9°
18 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
14.1°
7°
12 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
11.3°
5.1°
14 km/h
Summit elevation (1987m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:08 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 313cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 214cm full-season avg
313cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~241 cm. That's 23% below the 5-year average (313 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 13% above the 30-year average (214 cm).
Zakopane Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 252cm with an average of 105 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 28.8cm | 12 days | 6cm | 19cm | 7.8cm |
| December | 39.2cm | 17 days | 23cm | 37cm | 8.4cm |
| January | 44cm | 19 days | 43cm | 58cm | 8.7cm |
| February | 44.2cm | 18 days | 56cm | 67cm | 8.8cm |
| March | 37.8cm | 17 days | 50cm | 66cm | 8.2cm |
| April | 28.4cm | 10 days | 21cm | 46cm | 8.6cm |
| May | 8.5cm | 4 days | 0cm | 3cm | 4.9cm |
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 Jan 13, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 10 past El Niño winters at Zakopane, ERA5 season snowfall median was 193 cm (76 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
193 cm
10 El Niño winters · 4% below median
All-season median
201 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 193 cm | 172 cm – 356 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 208 cm | 178 cm – 399 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 187 cm | 149 cm – 278 cm | 2025, 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.
Frequently asked questions about Zakopane
- Where is Zakopane?
- Zakopane is a ski resort in Poland.
- How high is Zakopane?
- Zakopane runs from a base elevation of 1,014 m (3,327 ft) to a summit of 1,987 m (6,519 ft), giving a vertical drop of 973 m (3,192 ft).
- How big is Zakopane?
- Zakopane has 810 acres (328 hectares) of skiable terrain, 16 marked runs and 34 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Zakopane?
- Zakopane is on the No ski pass found. 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 Zakopane?
- Zakopane typically operates from January 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 Zakopane get in a typical season?
- Zakopane averages 79 inches / 201 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
