Thredbo 7-Day Snow Forecast

Thredbo Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 20 March 2026 18:14 IST

Snow Forecast for Thredbo

Snow and Weather from 20 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Thredbo Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Thredbo?

Thredbo Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,648m)
Next Snow Expected	27 March
Next Snow Amount	20cm
Next 48 Hours	-
Next 7 Days	20cm

Forecast for today in Thredbo

Max 19℃
Min 10℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 19℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
20

Snow unlikely

Light drizzle, cloudy, fair later.

Forecast times for Thredbo are in Sydney (Australia/Sydney) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Thredbo from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
	Fri 20	Sat 21	Sun 22	Mon 23	Tue 24	Wed 25	Thu 26
Wind
1,930m	16℃	14℃	16℃	15℃	15℃	15℃	12℃

1,648m	17℃	16℃	18℃	17℃	17℃	17℃	14℃

1,365m	19℃	19℃	19℃	20℃	19℃	18℃	14℃
Snow Line
Max Town	19℃	19℃	19℃	20℃	19℃	18℃	14℃
Min Town	10℃	11℃	9℃	10℃	10℃	10℃	7℃

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 Forecast near Thredbo

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Thredbo
Ski Area	48 Hr	7 Day	Fr	Sa	Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th
Perisher	-	23cm
Charlotte Pass	-	21cm

Snow Reliability

Thredbo enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of 3.5 meters annually and a snow depth that typically ranges between 1 to 2 meters during the peak season. To stay updated on the latest snow conditions, be sure to check information on J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Thredbo

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