New Zealand Snow Forecasts and Reports for New Zealand Ski Resorts
Where is there snow in New Zealand?
Powder Alert!
Updated 11 October 2024 19:35 AEDT
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When will it next snow in New Zealand?
There is snow forecast to fall in New Zealand over the next week, in at least 24 Ski Resorts including Cardrona, Coronet Peak, Treble Cone, Turoa and Whakapapa.
Forecast updated : 11 Oct 2024 18:55 AEDT
How much snow is there in New Zealand?
The deepest reported snow in New Zealand is in The Remarkables, which reports snow depths of 227cm on upper slopes and 62cm lower down.
Snow report updated : 11 Oct 2024 06:05 AEDT
When did it last snow in New Zealand?
We do not currently have reports of recent snowfalls from New Zealand, but we hope to soon!
Snow report updated : 11 Oct 2024 06:05 AEDT
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Top New Zealand Ski Resorts by Forecast Snow
Snow Report and Forecast | 7 Day |
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Hanmer Springs | 17cm |
Mount Lyford | 17cm |
Mount Hutt | 26cm |
Fox Peak | 26cm |
Porter Heights | 10cm |
Roundhill | 21cm |
Mount Ruapehu | 17cm |
Whakapapa | 35cm |
Turoa | 9cm |
Broken River | 9cm |
Forecast updated : 11 Oct 2024 18:55 AEDT
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Top New Zealand Ski Resorts by Snow Depth
Ski Resort Report | Upper |
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The Remarkables | 227cm |
Mount Hutt | 167cm |
Snow Farm | 120cm |
Cardrona | 118cm |
Mount Olympus (NZ) | 80cm |
Ohau Snow Fields | 80cm |
Whakapapa | 68cm |
Broken River | 60cm |
Porter Heights | 60cm |
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New Zealand Ski Resorts - Forecast Snow Comparison
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in New Zealand - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day | Snow Conditions |
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Broken River | - | 9cm | - | |||||||
Cardrona | 1cm | 7cm | - | |||||||
Coronet Peak | 1cm | 8cm | Ski Area Closed | |||||||
Craigieburn | - | 9cm | - | |||||||
Fox Peak | - | 26cm | - | |||||||
Hanmer Springs | - | 17cm | - | |||||||
Manganui | - | 10cm | - | |||||||
Mount Cheeseman | - | 9cm | - | |||||||
Mount Dobson | - | 8cm | - | |||||||
Mount Hutt | - | 26cm | 5cm Snow in last 48hrs | |||||||
Mount Lyford | - | 17cm | - | |||||||
Mount Olympus (NZ) | - | 4cm | 3cm Snow in last 48hrs | |||||||
Mount Ruapehu | 7cm | 17cm | - | |||||||
Ohau Snow Fields | - | 7cm | - | |||||||
Porter Heights | - | 10cm | - | |||||||
Rainbow | - | 9cm | - | |||||||
Roundhill | 2cm | 21cm | - | |||||||
Snow Farm | 2cm | 6cm | - | |||||||
Temple Basin | - | 13cm | - | |||||||
The Remarkables | - | 4cm | 3cm Snow in last 48hrs | |||||||
Treble Cone | 1cm | 7cm | - | |||||||
Tukino | - | 11cm | - | |||||||
Turoa | - | 9cm | - | |||||||
Whakapapa | 8cm | 35cm | Ski Area Open |
The New Zealand snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
Off Piste and Avalanche Safety
Ski Safe : If you intend to ski or snowboard off piste in New Zealand, you must check conditions locally before doing so. Always check the Avalanche Risk Level and carry appropriate avalanche safety equipment at all times.
New Zealand Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
Canterbury Snow
Snow Report and Forecast | 7 Day |
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Hanmer Springs | 17cm |
Mount Lyford | 17cm |
Mount Hutt | 26cm |
Fox Peak | 26cm |
Porter Heights | 10cm |
Forecast updated : 11 Oct 2024 18:55 AEDT
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Otago Snow
Snow Report and Forecast | 7 Day |
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Coronet Peak | 8cm |
The Remarkables | 4cm |
Cardrona | 7cm |
Snow Farm | 6cm |
Treble Cone | 7cm |
Forecast updated : 11 Oct 2024 18:55 AEDT
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Manawatu-Wanganui Snow
Snow Report and Forecast | 7 Day |
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Mount Ruapehu | 17cm |
Whakapapa | 35cm |
Turoa | 9cm |
Ohau Snow Fields | 7cm |
Forecast updated : 11 Oct 2024 18:55 AEDT
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Waikato Snow
Snow Report and Forecast | 7 Day |
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Rainbow | 9cm |
Broken River | 9cm |
Tukino | 11cm |
Forecast updated : 11 Oct 2024 18:55 AEDT
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