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The Remarkables Snow Forecast - 8th May 2025

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The Remarkables Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for The Remarkables

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This is the Snow Forecast for The Remarkables, New Zealand for 16 days from 8 May.

Updated 09 May 2025 06:33 AEST.

The Remarkables Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected8 May
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days2cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Remarkables.

Forecast for today in The Remarkables

Max 10℃
Min -1℃

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 10℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

1cm to 2cm New Snow

CloudShwrsLight SnowLight Snow

Cloudy, rain showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 1,649m to resort level.

The Remarkables has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

The Remarkables Snow Report

The Remarkables Snow Depths and Conditions.
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The Remarkables 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for The Remarkables from OpenMeteo
Thu
08
Fri
09
Sat
10
Sun
11
Mon
12
Tue
13
Wed
14
WindNW F3NW F2NW F3NW F2NW F3
1,940m
7℃
Light Snow
+2cm
0℃
Mixed
4℃
Cloud
3℃
Mixed
4℃
Cloud
5℃
Light Snow
2℃
Mixed
NW F3NW F2NW F3NW F2NW F3
1,780m
8℃
Light Snow
+2cm
1℃
Mixed
5℃
Cloud
4℃
Mixed
5℃
Cloud
6℃
Light Snow
3℃
Mixed
NW F3NW F2NW F3NW F2NW F3
1,620m
10℃
Light Snow
+1cm
2℃
Mixed
6℃
Cloud
6℃
Mixed
6℃
Cloud
7℃
Lt Rain
4℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 1,649m
to 1,620m

1,620m

varying 1,749m
to 1,739m

Max Town10℃2℃6℃6℃6℃7℃4℃
Min Town-1℃-2℃1℃-1℃4℃1℃3℃

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.

The Remarkables Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail

Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.

Max 10℃
Min -1℃

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 10℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
08

1cm to 2cm New Snow

CloudShwrsLight SnowLight Snow

Cloudy, rain showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 1,649m to resort level.

Max 2℃
Min -2℃

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 2℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
09

Snow unlikely

MixedFairMixedMixed

Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.

Max 6℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
10

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Max 6℃
Min -1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
11

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedMixedMixed

Clear sky early, then clear spells later.

Max 6℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 6℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
12

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 7℃
Min 1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 7℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
13

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudLt RainCloud

Clear sky first, cloudy then light rain, cloudy later.

Max 4℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 4℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
14

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudShwrsCloud

Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for The Remarkables, 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 The Remarkables, on any given piste 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.

The Remarkables Snow Forecast updated at 06:33 AEST, next update expected 09:00 AEST.

Snow Forecast near The Remarkables

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near The Remarkables
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrThuFriSatSunMonTueWed 7 Day
Cardrona2cm 2cm
Coronet Peak2cm 2cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Remarkables

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