Mount Ruapehu Weather
Weather Forecast for Mount Ruapehu (1,625m to 2,300m)
Weather Outlook from 11 October.
Mount Ruapehu Forecast
See below for the detailed long-range forecast, including lowest and highest temperatures, sunshine, cloud cover, wind and rain projections.
Mount Ruapehu Weather Forecast updated at 12:40 AEDT, next update expected imminently.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Mount Ruapehu
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 12℃
Min -6℃
30cm New Snow
Snow Line from 2,056m to resort level (1,625m).
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Mount Ruapehu Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 11 |  | Drizzle. | Max 7℃ Min 3℃ |
| Mon 12 |  | Clear sky. | Max 12℃ Min 2℃ |
| Tue 13 | | Light drizzle. | Max 8℃ Min 5℃ |
| Wed 14 | | Light drizzle. | Max 8℃ Min 3℃ |
| Thu 15 |  | 3cm to 12cm New Snow | Max 4℃ Min -2℃ |
| Fri 16 |  | 15cm New Snow | Max -2℃ Min -5℃ |
| Sat 17 |  | 2cm New Snow | Max -1℃ Min -6℃ |
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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This Snow Forecast for Mount Ruapehu, New Zealand gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Mount Ruapehu, on any given trail or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Mount Ruapehu Weather Forecast updated at 12:40 AEDT, next update expected imminently.
Current Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Ruapehu.New Zealand Accommodation (Apartments, Chalets, Hotels) Map
For more information about this New Zealand Ski Resort, See Also Skiing and Snowboarding in Mount Ruapehu .
Off-Piste Safety in Mount Ruapehu
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Mount Ruapehu, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.