Perisher Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Perisher
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This is the Snow Forecast for Perisher, Australia for 16 days from 24 June.
Updated 24 June 2025 13:34 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 24 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 13cm 5in |
| Next 48 Hours | 28cm 11in |
| Next 7 Days | 30cm 12in |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Perisher.
Forecast for today in Perisher
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
24
13cm to 18cm 5in to 7in New Snow
Clear spells, snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Powder Alert!
Updated 24 June 2025 15:37 BST
Powder Possible :- 23cm 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Perisher over the next 2 days.
Perisher Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 48cm 19in |
|---|---|
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
| Pistes Open | 11 Pistes |
| Lifts Open | 24 Lifts |
There are 24 lifts running, and 11 runs open.
Perisher 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | ||||||
| 2,034m 6,673ft | 1℃ 35°F
+18cm +7in
| -3℃ 26°F
+10cm +4in
| -1℃ 31°F
 | 2℃ 35°F
 | 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 | 1℃ 33°F
|
| NW F4 | |||||||
| 1,820m 5,969ft | 3℃ 37°F
+13cm +5in
| -2℃ 28°F
+10cm +4in
| 1℃ 33°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 36°F
|
| NW F4 | |||||||
| 1,605m 5,266ft | 4℃ 39°F
+13cm +5in
| -1℃ 31°F
+8cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 38°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,605m 5,266ft | 1,605m 5,266ft | 1,605m 5,266ft | ||||
| Max Town | 4℃ 39°F | -1℃ 31°F | 2℃ 36°F | 5℃ 40°F | 5℃ 41°F | 4℃ 40°F | 3℃ 38°F |
| Min Town | -1℃ 30°F | -6℃ 22°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 31°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 30°F |
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.
Perisher 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 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
24
13cm to 18cm 5in to 7in New Snow
Clear spells, snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 22°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
25
8cm to 10cm 3in to 4in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, snow showers then clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 40°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
28
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 40°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fair, cloudy later.
Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Perisher, Australia 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 Perisher, 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.
Perisher Snow Forecast updated at 13:34 BST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Perisher
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thredbo | 23cm 9in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Charlotte Pass | 21cm 8in | 23cm 9in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Perisher
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Perisher, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Perisher, 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 Perisher 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 Perisher 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 Perisher 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.