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Temple Basin Snow Forecast - 21st March 2026

Temple Basin Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 05:41 AEDT

Snow Forecast for Temple Basin

Snow and Weather from 21 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Temple Basin Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Temple Basin?

Temple Basin Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,577m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Temple Basin.

Forecast for today in Temple Basin

Max 13℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 13℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
21

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudClear

Fair, cloudy, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Temple Basin are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Temple Basin from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Sat
21
Sun
22
Mon
23
Tue
24
Wed
25
Thu
26
Fri
27
Wind
1,753m
10℃
Cloud
12℃
Fair
11℃
Fair
11℃
Clear
13℃
Clear
12℃
Cloud
8℃
Lt Rain
1,577m
12℃
Cloud
14℃
Fair
12℃
Fair
12℃
Clear
14℃
Clear
13℃
Cloud
9℃
Lt Rain
1,401m
13℃
Cloud
15℃
Fair
13℃
Fair
13℃
Clear
15℃
Clear
14℃
Cloud
10℃
Lt Rain
Snow Line
Max Town13℃15℃13℃13℃15℃14℃10℃
Min Town4℃5℃5℃3℃1℃6℃7℃

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

Temple Basin boasts reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 5 meters per season. Snow depths usually range from 1 to 3 meters, and visitors are encouraged to check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and updates.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Temple Basin

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Temple Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Temple Basin, 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 Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin 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.