Hanmer Springs 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 26 September 2026 13:47 BST
Powder Alarm
Powder Alarm issued 26 September 2026 18:55 BST
Powder Possible :- 17cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Hanmer Springs over the next 2 days.
2-Day Forecast for Hanmer Springs
48-hours from 26 September.
See below for forecast detail
Hanmer Springs Snow Forecast updated at 13:47 BST, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Hanmer Springs
Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then snow showers later.
Forecast times for Hanmer Springs are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 26 September 2026 18:55 BST
Powder Possible :- 17cm 7in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Hanmer Springs over the next 2 days.
Forecast for tomorrow in Hanmer Springs
Max 6℃ 43°F
Min -9℃ 17°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -9℃ 17°F and rising to 6℃ 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
27
17cm 7in New Snow
Heavy snow, clear sky, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,432m 4,698ft ).
Forecast times for Hanmer Springs are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 12:00 | | Cloudy. | 7℃ 45°F | NW Breeze | 5% | |
| Sat | 13:00 |  | Light drizzle. | 8℃ 46°F | NW Breeze | 10% | |
| Sat | 14:00 | | Cloudy. | 8℃ 46°F | NW Breeze | 25% | |
| Sat | 15:00 | | Cloudy. | 6℃ 44°F | NW Light | 35% | |
| Sat | 16:00 | | Cloudy. | 7℃ 45°F | NW Breeze | 25% | |
| Sat | 17:00 | | Cloudy. | 7℃ 44°F | NW Breeze | 10% | |
| Sat | 18:00 | | Cloudy. | 6℃ 43°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 19:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 42°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 20:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 41°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 21:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 42°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 22:00 | | Cloudy. | 6℃ 42°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sat | 23:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 41°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Sun | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 41°F | W Breeze | 0% | |
| Sun | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 42°F | W Breeze | 0% | |
| Sun | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 42°F | W Breeze | 0% | |
| Sun | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 41°F | W Breeze | 10% | |
| Sun | 05:00 | | Light drizzle. | 5℃ 42°F | W Breeze | 35% | |
| Sun | 06:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ 43°F | W Strong | 70% | |
| Sun | 07:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 08:00 | | Drizzle. | 6℃ 42°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 09:00 |  | Rain showers. | 5℃ 41°F | W Light | 100% | |
| Sun | 10:00 |  | 3cm 1in New Snow | Snow showers. | -3℃ 26°F | W Breeze | 100% |
| Sun | 11:00 |  | 4cm 2in New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ 24°F | W Light | 100% |
| Sun | 12:00 | | 4cm 1in New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ 24°F | W Light | 100% |
| Sun | 13:00 | | 4cm 1in New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ 24°F | W Breeze | 100% |
| Sun | 14:00 | | 2cm 1in New Snow | Heavy snow. | -4℃ 24°F | W Light | 100% |
| Sun | 15:00 |  | 1cm New Snow | Light snow showers. | -4℃ 25°F | W Breeze | 100% |
| Sun | 16:00 |  | Clear spells. | -3℃ 26°F | W Light | 95% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ 26°F | W Light | 65% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | -4℃ 24°F | W Light | 30% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | -6℃ 21°F | W Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | -7℃ 19°F | W Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | -9℃ 17°F | W Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | -8℃ 17°F | W Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Fair. | -7℃ 19°F | W Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 00:00 | | Clear spells. | -5℃ 24°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ 27°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ 27°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 27°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 28°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 05:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 28°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 28°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 29°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 28°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 29°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ 30°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 11:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ 31°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Cloudy. | 0℃ 32°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
Snow Forecast near Hanmer Springs
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lyford | 15cm 6in | 15cm 6in |
Hanmer Springs Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hanmer Springs.
This Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs, 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 Hanmer Springs, 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.
Snow Reliability
Hanmer Springs typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 1 meter during peak season. For the latest snow updates, check J2Ski for current conditions and snowfall information.