Broken River Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 30 June 2026 20:46 UTC
Snow Forecast for Broken River
Snow and Weather from 1 July.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Broken River Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Broken River?
| Next Snow Expected | 5 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 57cm 22in |
Forecast for today in Broken River
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Broken River are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 01 July 2026 01:42 UTC
Powder Possible :- 55cm 22in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Broken River over the next 7 days.
Broken River 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | ||||
| 1,820m 5,971ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 35°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 +4cm +2in
| 0℃ 33°F
 +5cm +2in
| -1℃ 30°F
+22cm +9in
| -3℃ 26°F
+31cm +12in
|
| NW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | |||||
| 1,565m 5,135ft | 3℃ 37°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 2℃ 36°F
 +2cm +1in
| 0℃ 33°F
+22cm +9in
| -2℃ 29°F
+31cm +12in
|
| NW F3 | S F3 | S F3 | |||||
| 1,310m 4,298ft | 4℃ 40°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 4℃ 38°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
+1cm
| 2℃ 36°F
+16cm +6in
| 0℃ 32°F
+31cm +12in
|
| Snow Line | 1,464m 4,803ft | varying 1,587m 5,207ft | varying 1,541m 5,056ft | varying 1,387m 4,551ft | 1,310m 4,298ft | ||
| Max Town | 4℃ 40°F | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 40°F | 4℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 36°F | 0℃ 32°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -2℃ 29°F | 0℃ 31°F | 2℃ 36°F | -1℃ 31°F | -1℃ 31°F | -3℃ 27°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 Broken River
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Cheeseman | - | 70cm 28in | |||||||
| Temple Basin | 2cm 1in | 53cm 21in | |||||||
| Craigieburn | - | 48cm 19in |
Snow Reliability
Broken River typically experiences a reliable snow depth of 1 to 3 meters, with consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Broken River
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Broken River, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Broken River, 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 Broken River 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 Broken River 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 Broken River 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.