Whakapapa 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 18 May 2026 17:43 AEST
2-Day Forecast for Whakapapa
48-hours from 18 May.
See below for forecast detail
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 17:43 AEST, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 7℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 7℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
18
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then cloudy, clear sky later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Whakapapa
Max 7℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
19
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon | 12:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Clear spells. | 7℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 14:00 | | Cloudy. | 7℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | Cloudy. | 6℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 16:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 17:00 |  | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 3℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 18:00 |  | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 2℃ | SE Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Cloudy. | 3℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 20:00 | | Fair. | 2℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 0℃ | SE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 00:00 | | Fair. | 0℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | 0℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 02:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 05:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 06:00 | | Fair. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 07:00 | | Fair. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 0℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 12:00 | | Fair. | 6℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 13:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 14:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 15:00 | | Cloudy. | 6℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 16:00 | | Light drizzle. | 5℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 17:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 3℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 18:00 | | Fair. | 2℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 20:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 21:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Wed | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 02:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 03:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 04:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 05:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 06:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 6℃ | S Calm | 0% | |
| Wed | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 6℃ | S Light | 0% | |
Snow Forecast near Whakapapa
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
Snow Forecasts for other Ski Resorts near Whakapapa are not available.
Whakapapa Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whakapapa.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
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.
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.