Lachtal snow report
Lachtal
Lachtal ski resort in Steiermark boasts 25km of well-groomed pistes with a focus on intermediate and advanced skiers. The resort also offers a few beginner-friendly slopes, making it accessible to all levels. One interesting fact is that Lachtal is home to the largest ski lift in Austria, the "6-seater chairlift Zinken," which was installed in 2018. For beginners, the "Schönberglift" is recommended for its gentle slope and easy access. After a day on the slopes, head to the "Almrauschbar" for some après-ski fun, with live music and a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Lachtal Ski Resort is located in the Styrian Alps in Austria. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges and peaks, including:
1. Seetaler Alps: The Seetaler Alps are a subrange of the larger Niedere Tauern mountain range. They are characterized by rugged peaks and deep valleys, with the highest peak in the range being the Zirbitzkogel at 2,396 meters.
2. Wölzer Tauern: The Wölzer Tauern is another subrange of the Niedere Tauern mountain range. It is known for its high peaks and alpine terrain, with the highest peak being the Großer Bösenstein at 2,448 meters.
3. Lachtal: The Lachtal mountain itself is also an important aspect of the ski resort. It is a popular destination for skiing and snowboarding, with a variety of runs and terrain for all skill levels.
Overall, Lachtal Ski Resort is surrounded by stunning alpine scenery, with a variety of mountain ranges and peaks to explore and enjoy.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Lachtal -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Lachtal in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Lachtal reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Lachtal
Where does the snow data for Lachtal come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Lachtal?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Lachtal?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Lachtal.