Hanmer Springs 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 22 July 2026 20:46 BST
2-Day Forecast for Hanmer Springs
48-hours from 23 July.
See below for forecast detail
Hanmer Springs Snow Forecast updated at 20:46 BST, next update expected 02:00 BST.
Forecast for today in Hanmer Springs
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -4℃ 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
23
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light snow at altitude, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Hanmer Springs are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Hanmer Springs
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 6℃ 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
24
1cm to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Light drizzle first, fair then cloudy, heavy snow later.
Snow Line from 1,617m 5,305ft to resort level ( 1,432m 4,698ft ).
Forecast times for Hanmer Springs are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | 00:00 | | Clear spells. | -4℃ 25°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ 25°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 02:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ 25°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ 25°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | -4℃ 25°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 05:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ 27°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 06:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ 27°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | -3℃ 27°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 08:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ 29°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 09:00 | | Cloudy. | 1℃ 33°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 11:00 | | Clear spells. | 3℃ 38°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 12:00 | | Clear spells. | 4℃ 39°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 13:00 | | Cloudy. | 4℃ 39°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 14:00 | | Cloudy. | 4℃ 39°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 15:00 | | Cloudy. | 3℃ 38°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 16:00 | | Cloudy. | 3℃ 37°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 17:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 18:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 0% | |
| Thu | 19:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 5% | |
| Thu | 20:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Breeze | 20% | |
| Thu | 21:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Breeze | 30% | |
| Thu | 22:00 | | Light snow. | 1℃ 34°F | NW Breeze | 40% | |
| Thu | 23:00 | | Cloudy. | 1℃ 34°F | NW Breeze | 50% | |
| Fri | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 60% | |
| Fri | 01:00 |  | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Breeze | 70% | |
| Fri | 02:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Breeze | 85% | |
| Fri | 03:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 2℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 90% | |
| Fri | 04:00 |  | Heavy snow showers at altitude. Hvy drizzle below. | 2℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 05:00 | | Heavy snow showers at altitude. Hvy drizzle below. | 2℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 06:00 | | Light snow. | 1℃ 34°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 07:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Snow showers. | 1℃ 33°F | NW Breeze | 90% |
| Fri | 08:00 | | Light snow. | 1℃ 35°F | NW Breeze | 80% | |
| Fri | 09:00 | | Cloudy. | 2℃ 36°F | NW Light | 65% | |
| Fri | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | 5℃ 40°F | NW Breeze | 50% | |
| Fri | 11:00 | | Clear spells. | 5℃ 41°F | NW Breeze | 35% | |
| Fri | 12:00 | | Fair. | 6℃ 42°F | NW Breeze | 25% | |
| Fri | 13:00 | | Clear spells. | 6℃ 42°F | NW Breeze | 30% | |
| Fri | 14:00 | | Light drizzle. | 5℃ 40°F | NW Strong | 40% | |
| Fri | 15:00 | | Light drizzle. | 4℃ 39°F | NW Breeze | 55% | |
| Fri | 16:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 3℃ 37°F | NW Breeze | 70% | |
| Fri | 17:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | 1℃ 34°F | NW Breeze | 85% | |
| Fri | 18:00 | | Light snow. | 0℃ 33°F | NW Light | 95% | |
| Fri | 19:00 | | Light snow. | 0℃ 32°F | NW Light | 85% | |
| Fri | 20:00 | | Fair. | 0℃ 31°F | NW Light | 70% | |
| Fri | 21:00 | | Fair. | -1℃ 30°F | NW Light | 55% | |
| Fri | 22:00 | | Fair. | -1℃ 30°F | NW Light | 50% | |
| Fri | 23:00 | | Clear spells. | -2℃ 28°F | NW Light | 40% | |
Snow Forecast near Hanmer Springs
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lyford | 13cm 5in | 13cm 5in |
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.