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Whakapapa Snow Forecast - 15th July 2025

Whakapapa Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Whakapapa

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Whakapapa, New Zealand for 16 days from 15 July.

Updated 15 July 2025 20:37 UTC.

Whakapapa Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected17 July
Next Snow Amount 3cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 9cm 4in
Next 7 Days 9cm 4in

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whakapapa.

Forecast for today in Whakapapa

Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 3℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
15

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Snow falling to resort level.

Whakapapa has 9cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Whakapapa Snow Report

Whakapapa Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths 33cm 13in
Lower Snow Depths 20cm 8in
Snow Conditions 12cm 5in Fresh Snow
Snow in last 24Hrs +12cm +5in
Snow in last 48Hrs +12cm +5in
Snow in last 7days +13cm +5in
Lifts Open1 Lifts

Ski area reported to be open, with 1 lifts running.

Whakapapa 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Whakapapa from OpenMeteo
Tue
15
Wed
16
Thu
17
Fri
18
Sat
19
Sun
20
Mon
21
WindSW F3SE F2SE F2SE F3
2,300m 7,546ft
-1℃ 31°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-1℃ 30°F
Cloud
+1cm
-2℃ 29°F
Snow
+7cm +3in
-1℃ 29°F
Clear
-1℃ 31°F
Cloud
0℃ 32°F
Clear
-1℃ 30°F
Fair
NW F4SW F2SE F3SE F3
1,965m 6,447ft
5℃ 41°F
Cloud
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
2℃ 35°F
Light Snow
+3cm +1in
2℃ 35°F
Clear
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
3℃ 38°F
Freeze Fog
2℃ 35°F
Mixed
NW F4SW F2SE F3SE F3
1,630m 5,348ft
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
5℃ 41°F
Cloud
4℃ 39°F
Light Snow
4℃ 39°F
Clear
5℃ 41°F
Cloud
5℃ 42°F
Freeze Fog
4℃ 39°F
Mixed
Snow Line

1,630m 5,348ft

1,630m 5,348ft

1,630m 5,348ft

Max Town 7℃ 45°F 5℃ 41°F 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 39°F 5℃ 41°F 5℃ 42°F 4℃ 39°F
Min Town 3℃ 38°F 2℃ 35°F 1℃ 33°F -3℃ 27°F -3℃ 27°F -3℃ 27°F 0℃ 31°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.

Whakapapa 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.

Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 3℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
15

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 5℃ 41°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 41°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
16

up to 1cm New Snow

CloudCloudCloudSnow

Cloudy early, then snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 1℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
17

up to 7cm up to 3in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLight SnowCloud

Light snow early, then cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -3℃ 27°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
18

Snow unlikely

FairClearFairFair

Fair, clear sky, fair later.

Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -3℃ 27°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 5℃ 41°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
19

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudMixedClear

Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 5℃ 42°F
Min -3℃ 27°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 5℃ 42°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
20

Snow unlikely

MixedFreeze FogFairClear

Clear spells first, freezing fog then fair, clear sky later.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
21

Snow unlikely

MixedFairMixedClear

Clear spells first, fair then clear spells, clear sky later.

This Snow Forecast for Whakapapa, 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 Whakapapa, 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.

Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 20:37 UTC, next update expected 23:00 UTC.

Snow Forecast near Whakapapa

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Whakapapa
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Mount Ruapehu 6cm 2in 6cm 2in
Tukino 5cm 2in 6cm 2in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Whakapapa

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Whakapapa, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Whakapapa, 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 Whakapapa 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 Whakapapa 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 Whakapapa 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.