The Remarkables Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for The Remarkables
This is the Snow Forecast for The Remarkables, New Zealand for 17 days from 10 December.
Updated 10 December 2025 14:31 GMT.
Forecast times for The Remarkables are in New Zealand Time (Pacific/Auckland).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Remarkables.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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The Remarkables Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in The Remarkables?
| Next Snow Expected | 19 December |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm - |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
Forecast for today in The Remarkables
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.
The Remarkables has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
The Remarkables Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Closed |
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The ski area is reported to be closed.
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| Wed 10 | Thu 11 | Fri 12 | Sat 13 | Sun 14 | Mon 15 | Tue 16 | |
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| Wind | W F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | NE F4 | |||
| 1,940m 6,365ft | 9℃ 48°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 9℃ 48°F
 | 7℃ 45°F
|
| W F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | NE F4 | ||||
| 1,780m 5,840ft | 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 8℃ 47°F
|
| W F3 | SW F2 | NW F3 | NE F4 | ||||
| 1,620m 5,315ft | 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 49°F
| 8℃ 45°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 11℃ 51°F | 9℃ 49°F | 8℃ 45°F | 14℃ 57°F | 13℃ 56°F | 11℃ 51°F | 9℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | 3℃ 36°F | 1℃ 34°F | -2℃ 28°F | 0℃ 32°F | 2℃ 35°F | 7℃ 45°F | 3℃ 38°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.
Snow Reliability
The Remarkables typically enjoys reliable snow conditions with an average snow depth of 1.5 meters. Regular snowfall ensures good conditions throughout the season, but check J2Ski for the latest snow reports and updates.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Remarkables
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Remarkables, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Remarkables, 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 The Remarkables 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 The Remarkables 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 The Remarkables 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.