📷 Zakopane
Europe
Zakopane
Projected to open January 13, 2027
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Jan 13 — closed April 19
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 26
4d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
11cm
7-Day Forecast
8cm
Snow Depth
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Zakopane is projected to open January 13, 2027. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February44cm avg
- #2March38cm avg · last season 46.5
- #3January44cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 23 Mar – 29 Mar · last season 43
- #2 30 Mar – 5 Apr · last season 46.7
- #3 6 Apr – 12 Apr · last season 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 Fri, Oct 30, 09:09 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Jan 13
Projected to open January 13, 2027
16 runs · 34 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Ops signals
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 9:09 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,501m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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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 16 marked runs and 34 lifts.
- 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.
