Whakapapa Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Whakapapa
This is the Snow Forecast for Whakapapa, New Zealand for 16 days from 11 November.
Updated 11 November 2025 21:31 AEDT.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whakapapa.
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Whakapapa Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Whakapapa?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Whakapapa. |
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 15℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Whakapapa has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Whakapapa Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 50cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40cm |
| Snow Conditions | - |
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| Tue 11 | Wed 12 | Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F4 | W F3 | SE F2 | NE F3 | NE F4 | ||
| 2,300m | 8℃
| 8℃
 | 6℃
 | 6℃
| 6℃
 | 9℃
| 10℃
|
| SE F2 | NW F3 | E F3 | |||||
| 1,965m | 13℃
| 13℃
| 11℃
| 10℃
| 12℃
| 15℃
| 15℃
|
| SE F2 | NW F3 | E F3 | |||||
| 1,630m | 15℃
| 16℃
| 13℃
| 12℃
| 14℃
| 17℃
| 17℃
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 15℃ | 16℃ | 13℃ | 12℃ | 14℃ | 17℃ | 17℃ |
| Min Town | 7℃ | 11℃ | 7℃ | 7℃ | 1℃ | 7℃ | 10℃ |
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.
Whakapapa 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 15℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
11
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 16℃
Min 11℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 11℃ to daytime highs around 16℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
12
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light rain, cloudy later.
Max 13℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, cloudy later.
Max 12℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Max 14℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 14℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 17℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, clear sky later.
Max 17℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Whakapapa, 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 Whakapapa, 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.
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 21:31 AEDT, next update expected 00:00 AEDT.
Snow Reliability
Whakapapa enjoys a reliable snow season, typically from June to October, with average snow depths ranging from 1 to 3 meters. For the latest snow conditions and forecasts, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Whakapapa
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Whakapapa, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Whakapapa, 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 Whakapapa 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 Whakapapa 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 Whakapapa 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.