📷 Zakopane
Europe
Zakopane
Closed for the season
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Off-season — closed April 19
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 22
13d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
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7-Day Forecast
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Zakopane is closed for the season. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February44cm avg
- #2March38cm avg · scored 46.5
- #3January44cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 23 Mar – 29 Mar · 43
- #2 30 Mar – 5 Apr · 46.7
- #3 6 Apr – 12 Apr · 23.1
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:06 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Off-season
Last season ended April 19, 2026
16 runs · 34 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Zakopane
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.
Read the full resort guide →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.
- How will El Niño affect Zakopane in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #218 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier C · strong-event signal 0% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Zakopane averaged 0% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. El Niño has historically made little difference here — this is an ENSO-proof mountain, for winter 2026-27 as in past events. Analog winters: '97-98 -32%, '15-16 -38%, '23-24 +68%. A pattern, not a promise.
