Rainbow Weather
Weather Forecast for Rainbow (1,437m to 1,800m)
Weather Outlook from 23 May.
Rainbow Forecast
See below for the detailed long-range forecast, including lowest and highest temperatures, sunshine, cloud cover, wind and rain projections.
Rainbow Weather Forecast updated at 10:46 AEST, next update expected 16:00 AEST.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Rainbow
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 11℃
Min -2℃
Snow unlikely
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Rainbow Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 23 | ![]() | Rain showers. | Max 8℃ Min 3℃ |
| Sun 24 | ![]() | Clear sky. | Max 9℃ Min 1℃ |
| Mon 25 | ![]() | Clear sky. | Max 11℃ Min -3℃ |
| Tue 26 | ![]() | Cloudy. | Max 8℃ Min 0℃ |
| Wed 27 | ![]() | Cloudy. | Max 6℃ Min 2℃ |
| Thu 28 | ![]() | Fair. | Max 7℃ Min 0℃ |
| Fri 29 | ![]() | Fair. | Max 8℃ Min -2℃ |
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This Snow Forecast for Rainbow, 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 Rainbow, 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.
Rainbow Weather Forecast updated at 10:46 AEST, next update expected 16:00 AEST.
Current Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Rainbow.For more information about this New Zealand Ski Resort, See Also Skiing and Snowboarding in Rainbow .
Off-Piste Safety in Rainbow
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Rainbow, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.



