Rainbow Weather
Weather Forecast for Rainbow (1,437m to 1,800m)
Weather Outlook from 21 September.
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 22:47 AEST, next update expected 04:00 AEST.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Rainbow
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 11℃
Min -6℃
5cm New Snow
Snow Line from 1,575m to resort level (1,437m).
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Rainbow Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 21 |  | Clear sky. | Max 11℃ Min 0℃ |
| Tue 22 | | Clear sky. | Max 5℃ Min -1℃ |
| Wed 23 |  | Fair. | Max 1℃ Min -6℃ |
| Thu 24 | | Clear sky. | Max 4℃ Min -6℃ |
| Fri 25 |  | Light drizzle. | Max 6℃ Min -5℃ |
| Sat 26 | | Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below. | Max 4℃ Min -1℃ |
| Sun 27 |  | 3cm to 4cm New Snow | Max 3℃ Min -5℃ |
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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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 22:47 AEST, next update expected 04:00 AEST.
Current Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Rainbow.New Zealand Accommodation (Apartments, Chalets, Hotels) Map
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.