Rainbow Long-Range Snow Forecast Updated today
Updated 12 May 2026 19:41 UTC
Long-Range Snow Forecast for Rainbow
Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 12 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
Rainbow Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Rainbow?
| Next Snow Expected | 23 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
Long-range Snow Outlook for Rainbow
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Snow unlikely
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Rainbow Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook
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.
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 12 |  | Clear sky. | Max 8℃ 47°F Min 0℃ 31°F |
| Wed 13 |  | Cloudy. | Max 4℃ 39°F Min -2℃ 28°F |
| Thu 14 | | Clear sky. | Max 10℃ 49°F Min -1℃ 30°F |
| Fri 15 | | Clear sky. | Max 11℃ 52°F Min -1℃ 31°F |
| Sat 16 | | Clear sky. | Max 10℃ 49°F Min -2℃ 29°F |
| Sun 17 | | Clear sky. | Max 10℃ 49°F Min -1℃ 30°F |
| Mon 18 | | Clear sky. | Max 10℃ 49°F Min -2℃ 28°F |
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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This Snow Forecast for Rainbow, 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 Rainbow, 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.
Rainbow Snow Forecast updated at 19:41 UTC, next update expected 01:00 UTC.
Ensemble forecast for Rainbow, New Zealand at 1,437m
Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)
Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)
New Zealand Hotels Map
Snow Reliability
Rainbow Resort typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 cm and consistent snowfall throughout the season. For the latest snow information, check J2Ski for updates.
Off-Piste Safety in Rainbow
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Rainbow, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.