Mount Buller Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 31 May 2026 22:45 AEST
Snow Forecast for Mount Buller
Snow and Weather from 31 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Mount Buller Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mount Buller?
| Next Snow Expected | 31 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 5cm |
| Next 7 Days | 20cm |
Forecast for today in Mount Buller
Max 2℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
31
up to 1cm New Snow
Snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,437m to resort level (1,375m).
Forecast times for Mount Buller are in Sydney (Australia/Sydney) time zone.
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| Sun 31 | Mon 01 | Tue 02 | Wed 03 | Thu 04 | Fri 05 | Sat 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SW F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | |
| 1,805m | -1℃
+1cm
| 0℃
 +2cm
| 2℃
+1cm
| 1℃
+9cm
| -2℃
 +14cm
| -1℃
+3cm
| 3℃
|
| NW F2 | SW F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 1,590m | 1℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+2cm
| 4℃
+1cm
| 2℃
+7cm
| -1℃
+6cm
| 1℃
+2cm
| 5℃
|
| NW F2 | SW F3 | SE F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 1,375m | 2℃
| 3℃
| 5℃
| 4℃
 | 1℃
+6cm
| 2℃
+1cm
| 6℃
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,437m | varying 1,437m | varying 1,544m | varying 1,560m | 1,375m | varying 1,467m | |
| Max Town | 2℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 4℃ | 1℃ | 2℃ | 6℃ |
| Min Town | 1℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ | 1℃ | 0℃ | -1℃ | -2℃ |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
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Snow Reliability
Mount Buller enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 1.5 meters during peak season. For the latest snow information and conditions, please check J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Buller
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Buller, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Buller, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Mount Buller is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Mount Buller will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Mount Buller for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.