St. Anton Snowfall Data & Powder Probability

Tyrol, Austria

2,811m / 9,223ftEuropePeak: Dec – Mar

St. Anton Snow Conditions Overview

St. Anton in Tyrol, Austria sits at 2,811m (9,223ft) elevation and averages 695cm of annual snowfall based on 10 years of historical data (2015-2025). During the ski season, St. Anton receives approximately 519cm of snow. The best month for powder is January, averaging 109.4cm of snowfall with a 53% powder probability. The highest chance of fresh powder (15cm+ in any given week) occurs in January and February at 53%.

Annual Snowfall
695cm
Elevation
2,811m
Best Month
January
Powder Probability
53%

Snowfall data sourced from ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo Historical Weather API (2015-2025).

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Based on 10 years of historical snowfall data

About St. Anton

St. Anton snowfall statistics based on 10 years of historical data. See average annual snowfall, best months to ski, and powder probability to help you plan your trip.

Snow & Weather Conditions

We use 10 years of historical data to help you plan — not a live snow report.

Austria's position at the intersection of Atlantic and continental weather systems brings regular, reliable snowfall. Northern Alps resorts are among the snowiest in Europe. Altitude is a key advantage here: the higher you go, the colder and drier conditions become, resulting in dependable accumulations and a snowpack that resists deterioration well into spring. Most winters deliver 6-10 metres of cumulative snow, compressing into a 2-metre-plus base by the middle of the season.

Best Time to Ski

The best time to ski at St. Anton is January and February, with 109.4cm average snowfall and 53% powder probability. Based on 10 years of historical snowfall data from PowderDays. Season runs from early December to mid-April. January and February bring the deepest snowpack and coldest temperatures. Review PowderDays' long-range snowfall records to choose travel dates backed by a decade of observations.

Powder Probability by Month

Chance of 15cm+ fresh snow in any given week (10 years of data):

  • Nov46%
  • Dec52%
  • Jan53%
  • Feb53%
  • Mar49%
  • Apr43%

10-Year Snow History

Monthly average snowfall, record high and low, and powder probability for St. Anton based on 10 years of historical data
MonthAvg Snowfall (cm)Record HighRecord LowPowder Probability
Nov79.3222.713.546%
Dec100.4224.18.652%
Jan109.4197.250.853%
Feb77.5157.715.153%
Mar84.4138.012.049%
Apr68.1124.317.943%

What Makes It Special

Well-groomed cruising runs, modern lift systems, and challenging off-piste terrain. Austria is known for excellent intermediate skiing and family-friendly facilities. Austria is the spiritual home of European skiing — legendary après-ski (Ischgl, St. Anton), charming Tyrolean villages, hearty schnitzel, strudel, and a deep skiing tradition.

The Arlberg region of Austria is widely regarded as the cradle of modern ski technique. In the 1920s, ski instructor Hannes Schneider developed the Arlberg technique in St. Anton, systematising parallel turns and stem christies into the first formal ski instruction method. This approach spread worldwide and became the foundation of modern ski teaching.

International Skiing History Association / Ski Austria

Data Sources & Methodology

All snowfall statistics for St. Anton are based on 10 years of historical data (2015-2025) from the Open-Meteo Historical Weather API, which provides ERA5 reanalysis data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF). Daily snowfall totals are queried at St. Anton's coordinates (47.13, 10.27) and 2,811m elevation, then aggregated into monthly averages, record highs/lows, and powder probability scores. Powder probability represents the chance of receiving 15cm or more of fresh snow in any given week during that month.

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Frequently Asked Questions About St. Anton

What is the average annual snowfall at St. Anton?
St. Anton logs between 6-12 metres of cumulative snowfall in a standard winter. Most winters deliver 6-10 metres of cumulative snow, compressing into a 2-metre-plus base by the middle of the season. PowderDays tracks snowfall records spanning 10 consecutive seasons for detailed trend analysis at St. Anton.
When is the best time to visit St. Anton for skiing?
Historically, January and February stand out as the prime months at St. Anton because the peak of winter storm activity coincides with the coldest ambient temperatures, producing optimal snow surfaces. Season runs from early December to mid-April. January and February bring the deepest snowpack and coldest temperatures. PowderDays' precipitation charts reveal which weeks have historically delivered the most fresh snow.
What is the snow like at St. Anton?
Austria's position at the intersection of Atlantic and continental weather systems brings regular, reliable snowfall. Northern Alps resorts are among the snowiest in Europe. At 2,811m (9,223ft) elevation, St. Anton benefits from bone-chilling altitudes where moisture content stays minimal and every flake falls impossibly light.
Can beginners ski at St. Anton?
St. Anton has something for every visitor, whether they are stepping into bindings for the first time or chasing steep lines. Well-groomed cruising runs, modern lift systems, and challenging off-piste terrain. Austria is known for excellent intermediate skiing and family-friendly facilities. Those new to the sport will discover sheltered beginner zones and comprehensive lesson programmes, while strong skiers can test themselves on exposed ridgelines, variable-pitch headwalls, and natural halfpipes.
What is the elevation of St. Anton?
St. Anton stands at an altitude of 2,811m (9,223ft) in Tyrol, Austria. The high-altitude setting favours consistent cold and generous natural snowfall, maintaining a dense, skiable base throughout winter.