New Zealand Snow Forecasts and Reports for New Zealand Ski Resorts
Which New Zealand ski resorts will get the most snow this week?
These are the top 10 ski resorts in New Zealand with the most snow expected over the next 7 days.
| Ski Area | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coronet Peak | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Craigieburn | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Hanmer Springs | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Mount Hutt | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Mount Ruapehu | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Ohau Snow Fields | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Porter Heights | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| The Remarkables | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Treble Cone | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Whakapapa | 15cm 6in |
Where is there snow in New Zealand?
When will it next snow in New Zealand?
Snow is next forecast to fall in New Zealand over the next week, in at least 20 Ski Resorts including Cardrona, Coronet Peak, Treble Cone, Turoa and Whakapapa.
Forecast updated : 21 Oct 2026 23:46 BST
How much snow is there in New Zealand?
The deepest reported snow in New Zealand is in Mount Olympus (NZ), which reports snow depths of 130cm 51in on upper slopes and 1cm - lower down.
Snow report updated : 21 Oct 2026 22:30 BST
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!
Snow report updated : 21 Oct 2026 22:30 BST
Which New Zealand ski resorts have the deepest snow?
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Mount Olympus (NZ) | 130cm 51in |
| Cardrona | 87cm 34in |
| Whakapapa | 32cm 13in |
How do New Zealand ski resorts compare for forecast snow?
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 always check with the Tourist Office before travelling.
| Ski Area | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broken River | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Cardrona | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Coronet Peak | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Craigieburn | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Fox Peak | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Hanmer Springs | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Manganui | - | |||||||
| Mount Cheeseman | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Mount Dobson | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Mount Hutt | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Mount Lyford | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Mount Olympus (NZ) | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Mount Ruapehu | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Ohau Snow Fields | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Porter Heights | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Rainbow | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Roundhill | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Snow Farm | - | |||||||
| Temple Basin | 9cm 4in | |||||||
| The Remarkables | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Treble Cone | 14cm 6in | |||||||
| Tukino | - | |||||||
| Turoa | 2cm 1in | |||||||
| Whakapapa | 15cm 6in |
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.
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.
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Canterbury Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Porter Heights | 6cm 2in |
| Craigieburn | 6cm 2in |
| Hanmer Springs | 4cm 2in |
| Mount Hutt | 5cm 2in |
| Fox Peak | 3cm 1in |
Forecast updated : 21 Oct 2026 23:46 BST
Otago Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| The Remarkables | 17cm 7in |
| Treble Cone | 14cm 6in |
| Coronet Peak | 7cm 3in |
| Cardrona | 6cm 2in |
Forecast updated : 21 Oct 2026 23:46 BST
Waikato Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Broken River | 3cm 1in |
Forecast updated : 21 Oct 2026 23:46 BST
Manawatu-Wanganui Snow
| Ski Area | 7 Day |
|---|---|
| Ohau Snow Fields | 15cm 6in |
| Mount Ruapehu | 13cm 5in |
| Turoa | 2cm 1in |
Forecast updated : 21 Oct 2026 23:46 BST