📷 Zakopane
Europe
Zakopane
Pre-season — not open yet
Projected to open January 13, 2027
Conditions data updated Sat, Jul 4, 04:06 PM UTC · informational only
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Closed for Season
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Apr 26
Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
5
2026–27 season
Overview
Zakopane is a ski resort in Europe, Poland, currently closed for the season (Projected to open January 13, 2027). Today's SnowSure™ Score is 10/100 (Limited). Conditions last updated 2026-07-04 16:06 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
14 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.
Not operating — not open yet
Projected to open January 13, 2027
SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.
Depth
Snowpack still building before opening — no base depth yet.
Recent
There has been no snowfall reported in the last week.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook is currently undetermined, with no significant precipitation expected.
Historic
Season-to-date totals are not available, making it too early to judge the season compared to the 5-year average to-date of 313cm.
Closed for the season · Data updated Sat, Jul 4, 04:06 PM UTC · informational only
Snow Summary
Updated Jul 4, 2026 at 4:06 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Tatras region
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Jul 4, 04:06 PM UTC
Base
1014m
Temp
14°C
Wind
15.8km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1501m
Temp
10.8°C
Wind
17km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
1987m
Temp
7.7°C
Wind
15.8km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Live Conditions
Zakopane Webcams
PKL Kasprowy Wierch
Skiresort.info / PKL
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 Jul 4, 4:06 PM
Today 9 / 30.9mm | Sun, Jul 5 8 / 36.3mm | Mon, Jul 6 10 / 40.6mm | Tue, Jul 7 12 / 51.5mm | Wed, Jul 8 10 / 43.9mm | Thu, Jul 9 9 / 20.6mm | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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) | 0.6 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 3.9 | 1.8 | 0.3 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 3.3 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.3 |
| Temp (°C) | 5 | 8 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 6 | 9 | 12 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 9 | 4 |
| Wind (km/h) | 15 | 19 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 9 | 12 | 14 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 9 | 17 | 24 | 17 | 9 | 14 | 10 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 46 | 53 | 36 | 32 | 48 | 33 | 37 | 39 | 29 | 32 | 45 | 31 | 17 | 25 | 44 | 33 | 33 | 43 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1987m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
4
🌧️
8.7°
2.9°
19 km/h
Sun
5
🌧️
7.6°
3.2°
15 km/h
Mon
6
🌧️
10°
4.2°
14 km/h
Tue
7
🌧️
12.1°
4.7°
17 km/h
Wed
8
🌧️
10°
4.1°
25 km/h
Thu
9
🌧️
9.1°
1.9°
16 km/h
Fri
10
🌧️
10.7°
3.9°
15 km/h
Sat
11
🌧️
9.4°
5.6°
12 km/h
Sun
12
🌧️
10.7°
5.7°
9 km/h
Mon
13
🌧️
11.1°
6.3°
12 km/h
Summit elevation (1987m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Jul 4, 04:06 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 · 313cm full-season avg
313cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has exceeded the 30-year average, indicating a recent upward trend. However, the current season's snowfall is significantly below both the 5-year and 30-year averages, at only 77% and 83% of those benchmarks, respectively. Notable variability is evident, with snowfall peaking in 2021 and then declining sharply in subsequent years, culminating in this season's pronounced shortfall. This suggests increased year-to-year volatility and a recent downturn following a period of above-average snowfall.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
