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Mount Dobson Snow Forecast - 26th January 2025

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Mount Dobson Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, New Zealand for 16 days from 26 January.

Updated 26 January 2025 02:31 GMT.

Mount Dobson Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected26 January
Next Snow Amount2cm1in
Next 48 Hours2cm1in
Next 7 Days2cm1in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Dobson.

Forecast for today in Mount Dobson

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

up to 2cmup to 1in New Snow

StormMixedSnowCloud

Thunderstorms first, clear spells then snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Mount Dobson has 2cm1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Mount Dobson Snow Report

Mount Dobson Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
-
Lower Snow Depths
-
Snow Conditions
-

Mount Dobson 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson from OpenMeteo
Sun
26
Mon
27
Tue
28
Wed
29
Thu
30
Fri
31
Sat
01
WindSW F3NW F3SE F2NW F3
2,046m6,713ft
13℃55°F
Snow
+2cm+1in
9℃48°F
Fair
15℃59°F
Cloud
16℃61°F
Cloud
10℃51°F
Cloud
12℃54°F
Cloud
13℃55°F
Cloud
SW F3NW F3SE F2NW F3
1,869m6,132ft
14℃57°F
Snow
+2cm+1in
10℃50°F
Fair
16℃61°F
Cloud
18℃63°F
Cloud
12℃53°F
Cloud
13℃56°F
Cloud
14℃57°F
Cloud
SW F3NW F3SE F2NW F3
1,692m5,551ft
15℃60°F
Snow
11℃52°F
Fair
17℃63°F
Cloud
19℃66°F
Cloud
13℃55°F
Cloud
14℃58°F
Cloud
15℃59°F
Cloud
Snow Line

1,692m5,551ft

Max Town15℃60°F11℃52°F17℃63°F19℃66°F13℃55°F14℃58°F15℃59°F
Min Town1℃34°F3℃38°F8℃46°F4℃39°F7℃44°F6℃43°F8℃47°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.

Mount Dobson 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

up to 2cmup to 1in New Snow

StormMixedSnowCloud

Thunderstorms first, clear spells then snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
27

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedFairMixed

Cloudy first, clear spells then fair, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
28

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudCloud

Fair early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
29

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
30

Snow unlikely

MixedFogCloudCloud

Clear spells, fog, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
31

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
01

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudCloudMixed

Clear sky, cloudy, clear spells later.

This Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, 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 Mount Dobson, 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.

Mount Dobson Snow Forecast updated at 02:31 GMT, next update expected 05:00 GMT.

Snow Forecast near Mount Dobson

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Mount Dobson
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSunMonTueWedThuFriSat 7 Day
Fox Peak2cm1in 2cm1in
Roundhill1cm1in 1cm1in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Dobson

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Dobson, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Dobson, 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 Mount Dobson 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 Mount Dobson 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 Mount Dobson 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.