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Mount Dobson Snow Forecast - 22nd February 2025

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Mount Dobson Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson

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This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, New Zealand for 16 days from 22 February.

Updated 22 February 2025 02:47 GMT.

Mount Dobson Snow Forecast Highlights
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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

Sat
22

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainFogMixed

Cloudy first, light rain showers then fog, clear spells later.

Mount Dobson has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Mount Dobson Snow Report

Mount Dobson Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths1cm-
Lower Snow Depths1cm-
Snow Conditions-

Mount Dobson 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson from OpenMeteo
Sat
22
Sun
23
Mon
24
Tue
25
Wed
26
Thu
27
Fri
28
WindNW F2W F2
2,046m6,713ft
11℃51°F
Fog
12℃54°F
Mixed
15℃59°F
Cloud
12℃53°F
Fog
13℃55°F
Fair
15℃60°F
Cloud
15℃60°F
Clear
NW F2W F2
1,869m6,132ft
12℃53°F
Fog
13℃56°F
Mixed
16℃61°F
Cloud
13℃55°F
Fog
14℃57°F
Fair
17℃62°F
Cloud
17℃62°F
Clear
NW F2W F2
1,692m5,551ft
13℃55°F
Fog
15℃58°F
Mixed
17℃63°F
Cloud
14℃57°F
Fog
15℃59°F
Fair
18℃64°F
Cloud
18℃64°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town13℃55°F15℃58°F17℃63°F14℃57°F15℃59°F18℃64°F18℃64°F
Min Town4℃38°F5℃42°F9℃48°F6℃42°F7℃44°F6℃43°F8℃46°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

Sat
22

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainFogMixed

Cloudy first, light rain showers then fog, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
23

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedClear

Clear spells early, then clear sky later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
24

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
25

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudFogMixed

Cloudy, fog, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
26

Snow unlikely

MixedFairFairClear

Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
27

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudMixed

Cloudy early, then clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
28

Snow unlikely

MixedClearClearMixed

Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

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 02:47 GMT, next update expected imminently.

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.