Temple Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 04 September 2026 13:51 BST
Snow Forecast for Temple Basin
Snow and Weather from 4 September.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Temple Basin Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Temple Basin?
| Next Snow Expected | 4 September |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 31cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 42cm 17in |
Forecast for today in Temple Basin
Max 1℃ 33°F
Min -2℃ 29°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -2℃ 29°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
04
7cm 3in New Snow
Heavy snow, heavy snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 1,401m 4,596ft ).
Forecast times for Temple Basin are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 04 September 2026 14:54 BST
Powder Possible :- 31cm 12in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Temple Basin over the next 2 days.
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| Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | NW F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | NW F3 | ||
| 1,753m 5,751ft | -2℃ 29°F
+7cm +3in
| 0℃ 32°F
+6cm +2in
| 1℃ 34°F
 +18cm +7in
| -3℃ 27°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 +6cm +2in
| -2℃ 29°F
 +2cm +1in
|
| NW F4 | NW F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | NW F3 | |||
| 1,577m 5,174ft | -1℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| 1℃ 34°F
+6cm +2in
| 2℃ 36°F
+18cm +7in
| -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+6cm +2in
| 0℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
|
| NW F4 | NW F4 | SW F2 | SE F2 | NW F3 | |||
| 1,401m 4,596ft | 1℃ 33°F
+7cm +3in
| 2℃ 36°F
+1cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+11cm +4in
| 0℃ 31°F
+1cm
| 4℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+5cm +2in
| 1℃ 33°F
+2cm +1in
|
| Snow Line | 1,401m 4,596ft | varying 1,478m 4,849ft | varying 1,478m 4,849ft | 1,401m 4,596ft | 1,401m 4,596ft | 1,401m 4,596ft | |
| Max Town | 1℃ 33°F | 2℃ 36°F | 3℃ 38°F | 0℃ 31°F | 4℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 33°F |
| Min Town | -2℃ 29°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 30°F | -5℃ 23°F | -6℃ 22°F | -2℃ 28°F | -6℃ 21°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.
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Snow Forecast near Temple Basin
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Cheeseman | 14cm 6in | 19cm 7in | |||||||
| Broken River | 14cm 5in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Craigieburn | 9cm 4in | 14cm 6in |
Snow Reliability
Temple Basin boasts reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of around 5 meters per season. Snow depths usually range from 1 to 3 meters, and visitors are encouraged to check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Temple Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Temple Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Temple Basin, 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 Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin 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.