📷 Zell am See–Kaprun
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Zell am See–Kaprun
Off-season
Closed for the season · reopens Nov 30
Conditions data updated Fri, Aug 21, 05:07 PM UTC · informational only
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Last Snowfall
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Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
14-Day Forecast
7.6cm
Snow Depth
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Overview
Zell am See–Kaprun is a ski resort in Europe, Austria, currently closed for the season (Closed for the season · reopens Nov 30). The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~8 cm (3.1 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 17:07 UTC.
Resort Guide
Zell am See–Kaprun is a renowned ski region in Austria’s Salzburg province, combining the lakeside town of Zell am See with the glacier area of Kaprun. The resort offers over 400 kilometers of ski slopes, including glacier skiing on the Kitzsteinhorn, panoramic lake and mountain views, and a variety of runs suitable for all abilities. Visitors benefit from modern lift systems, a vibrant après-ski scene, wellness facilities, and year-round snow reliability on the glacier, making it a versatile destination for both winter sports and relaxation. The unique combination of alpine and lakeside landscapes distinguishes Zell am See–Kaprun as a standout in the Alps.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Zell am See–Kaprun
Lifts
53
Skiable area
3400 ac
Longest run
5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(41 total)
Beginner
16
40% of terrain
Intermediate
19
45% of terrain
Advanced
6
15% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Gondola13
- Chondola1
- Aerial tram3
- Surface lift13
- Funicular1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Salzburg Super Ski Card
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Off Piste Bar – Renowned for its energetic après-ski scene, Off Piste Bar in Zell am See offers live music, themed parties, and a welcoming atmosphere that draws both locals and visitors for post-ski celebrations.
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 5:07 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
The Alps region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 05:07 PM UTC
Base
758m
Temp
17.1°C
Wind
9.2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
7.6cm
Mid-Mountain
1981m
Temp
--°C
Wind
10km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
7.6cm
Summit
3203m
Temp
1.2°C
Wind
9.2km/h
Snow Depth
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14-Day Forecast
4cm
Live Conditions
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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 Zell am See–Kaprun (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, 5:07 PM
Today 6 / -22.9cm15.3mm | Sat, Aug 22 2 / -40.5cm1.5mm | Sun, Aug 23 4 / -20.3mm | Mon, Aug 24 7 / -32.4mm | Tue, Aug 25 6 / -110.8mm | Wed, Aug 26 10 / -2 | |||||||||||||
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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 | 2.9 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 1.8 | 13.5 | 0.3 | 1.2 | 0 | 0 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 2.1 | 0.3 | 0 | 9.9 | 0.9 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | 2 | 5 | 0 | -2 | 1 | -2 | -1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 2 |
| Wind (km/h) | 3 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 17 | 24 | 27 | 24 | 24 | 21 | 13 | 22 | 14 | 15 | 21 | 13 | 36 | 47 | 28 | 16 | 22 | 22 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (3203m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
21
🌧️
5.8°
-1.8°
10 km/h
Sat
22
🌧️
1.9°
-4.2°
6 km/h
Sun
23
🌧️
4.4°
-2.3°
5 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
6.5°
-3°
4 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
5.7°
-1.2°
4 km/h
Wed
26
⛅
10.4°
-2.4°
5 km/h
Thu
27
☁️
14.5°
0.9°
5 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
5.2°
1.3°
3 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
0.9°
-2.4°
5.3cm
6 km/h
Sun
30
🌧️
4.8°
-4°
6 km/h
Summit elevation (3203m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 05:07 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
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vs 5-Year Avg
Off-season · 196cm full-season avg
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vs 30-Year Avg
Off-season · 333cm full-season avg
196cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~143.1 cm. That's 27% below the 5-year average (196 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 57% below the 30-year average (333 cm).
Zell am See–Kaprun Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 455cm with an average of 136 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 | 58cm | 16 days | 29cm | 55cm | 13.5cm |
| December | 63cm | 19 days | 70cm | 95cm | 12.8cm |
| January | 65.1cm | 18 days | 102cm | 125cm | 13cm |
| February | 63.3cm | 18 days | 125cm | 144cm | 13.4cm |
| March | 68.3cm | 19 days | 137cm | 162cm | 14.2cm |
| April | 50.2cm | 16 days | 133cm | 160cm | 10.5cm |
| May | 24.1cm | 10 days | 72cm | 117cm | 7.8cm |
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 Nov 30, 2026
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 Zell am See–Kaprun, ERA5 season snowfall median was 426 cm (168 in), about 5% 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
426 cm
10 El Niño winters · 5% below median
All-season median
448 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026-27)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
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| El Niñocurrent | 10 | 426 cm | 393 cm – 455 cm | 2023, 2019, 2018, 2015, 2014, 2009 |
| La Niña | 12 | 494 cm | 444 cm – 537 cm | 2022, 2021, 2020, 2017, 2011, 2010 |
| ENSO-neutral | 8 | 472 cm | 346 cm – 538 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 Zell am See–Kaprun
- Where is Zell am See–Kaprun?
- Zell am See–Kaprun is a ski resort in Austria.
- How high is Zell am See–Kaprun?
- Zell am See–Kaprun runs from a base elevation of 758 m (2,487 ft) to a summit of 3,203 m (10,509 ft), giving a vertical drop of 745 m (2,444 ft).
- How big is Zell am See–Kaprun?
- Zell am See–Kaprun has 3,400 acres (1,376 hectares) of skiable terrain, 41 marked runs and 53 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Zell am See–Kaprun?
- Zell am See–Kaprun is on the Epic Pass and Salzburg Super Ski Card. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- How much snow does Zell am See–Kaprun get in a typical season?
- Zell am See–Kaprun averages 118 inches / 300 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
