New Zealand Snow Forecasts and Reports for New Zealand Ski Resorts
Where is there snow in New Zealand?
When will it next snow in New Zealand?
There is snow forecast to fall in New Zealand over the next week, in at least 24 Ski Resorts including Cardrona, Coronet Peak, Treble Cone, Turoa and Whakapapa.
How much snow is there in New Zealand?
The deepest reported snow in New Zealand is in Mount Lyford, which reports snow depths of 200cm79in on upper slopes and 100cm39in lower down.
When did it last snow in New Zealand?
We do not currently have reports of recent snowfalls from New Zealand, but we hope to soon!
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Top New Zealand Ski Resorts by Forecast Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Hanmer Springs | 20cm8in |
| Mount Lyford | 20cm8in |
| Fox Peak | 15cm6in |
| Mount Hutt | 15cm6in |
| Porter Heights | 13cm5in |
| Mount Dobson | 12cm5in |
| Cardrona | 9cm4in |
| Treble Cone | 9cm4in |
| Mount Olympus (NZ) | 8cm3in |
| Rainbow | 8cm3in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Top New Zealand Ski Resorts by Snow Depth
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Mount Lyford | 200cm79in |
| Mount Dobson | 120cm47in |
| Temple Basin | 105cm41in |
| Hanmer Springs | 50cm20in |
| Cardrona | 40cm16in |
| Rainbow | 35cm14in |
| Manganui | 30cm12in |
| Snow Farm | 5cm2in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
New Zealand Ski Resorts - Forecast Snow Comparison
The latest snow forecasts for Ski Resorts in New Zealand - please note that all ski resorts can be affected by weather at short notice, and you should check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
| Ski Resort Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day | Snow Conditions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broken River | - | 5cm2in | - | ||||||||
| Cardrona | - | 9cm4in | 5cm2in Fresh Snow | ||||||||
| Coronet Peak | - | 4cm2in | - | ||||||||
| Craigieburn | - | 5cm2in | - | ||||||||
| Fox Peak | - | 15cm6in | - | ||||||||
| Hanmer Springs | - | 20cm8in | - | ||||||||
| Manganui | - | 2cm1in | - | ||||||||
| Mount Cheeseman | - | 5cm2in | - | ||||||||
| Mount Dobson | - | 12cm5in | - | ||||||||
| Mount Hutt | - | 15cm6in | Ski Area Closed | ||||||||
| Mount Lyford | - | 20cm8in | 100cm39in Fresh Snow | ||||||||
| Mount Olympus (NZ) | - | 8cm3in | - | ||||||||
| Mount Ruapehu | - | 5cm2in | - | ||||||||
| Ohau Snow Fields | - | 7cm3in | - | ||||||||
| Porter Heights | - | 13cm5in | - | ||||||||
| Rainbow | - | 8cm3in | - | ||||||||
| Roundhill | - | 6cm3in | - | ||||||||
| Snow Farm | - | 2cm1in | - | ||||||||
| Temple Basin | - | 5cm2in | - | ||||||||
| The Remarkables | - | 7cm3in | Ski Area Closed | ||||||||
| Treble Cone | - | 9cm4in | - | ||||||||
| Tukino | - | 1cm- | - | ||||||||
| Turoa | - | 5cm2in | - | ||||||||
| Whakapapa | - | 5cm2in | Ski Area Open |
The New Zealand snow forecast figures given here are the likely average cumulative snowfall on each day, for the specified ski resort. Local snow depths may vary considerably from slope to slope.
Off Piste and Avalanche Safety
Ski Safe : If you intend to ski or snowboard off piste in New Zealand, you must check conditions locally before doing so. Always check the Avalanche Risk Level and carry appropriate avalanche safety equipment at all times.
New Zealand Snow Forecast Table Key
- Snow Forecast - links to 7-Day medium-range and 14-Day long-range Snow Forecasts.
- 48 Hours - total snowfall forecast in the next 48 hours.
- 7 Days - total snowfall possible over the next 7 days.
- Status - ski area status (Open/Closed/Unknown).
- Snow Conditions - current skiing conditions.
All Snow Forecasts beyond 2 days are subject to change. The multi-day snowfall totals above are the total quantity of fresh snow expected to fall, and do NOT account for settling and compaction that will occur.
Canterbury Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Hanmer Springs | 20cm8in |
| Mount Lyford | 20cm8in |
| Fox Peak | 15cm6in |
| Mount Hutt | 15cm6in |
| Porter Heights | 13cm5in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Otago Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Cardrona | 9cm4in |
| Treble Cone | 9cm4in |
| The Remarkables | 7cm3in |
| Coronet Peak | 4cm2in |
| Snow Farm | 2cm1in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Manawatu-Wanganui Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Ohau Snow Fields | 7cm3in |
| Mount Ruapehu | 5cm2in |
| Turoa | 5cm2in |
| Whakapapa | 5cm2in |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km
Waikato Snow
| Ski Resort Forecast | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Rainbow | 8cm3in |
| Broken River | 5cm2in |
| Tukino | 1cm- |
°F / in / ft / miles°C / cm / m / km