Mount Cheeseman Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 August 2026 18:17 IST
Snow Forecast for Mount Cheeseman
Snow and Weather from 21 August.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Mount Cheeseman Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mount Cheeseman?
| Next Snow Expected | 23 August |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 4cm |
| Next 7 Days | 70cm |
Forecast for today in Mount Cheeseman
Max 6℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, clear spells then cloudy, light snow later.
Forecast times for Mount Cheeseman are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 August 2026 20:15 IST
Powder Possible :- 70cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Mount Cheeseman over the next 7 days.
Mount Cheeseman 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | Wed 26 | Thu 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | ||||
| 1,874m | 4℃
 | 1℃
 +1cm
| 2℃
 +4cm
| 0℃
| 2℃
+2cm
| 3℃
 +3cm
| -1℃
 +61cm
|
| NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||||
| 1,707m | 5℃
| 3℃
+1cm
| 3℃
+4cm
| 1℃
| 3℃
+2cm
| 4℃
+3cm
| 0℃
+61cm
|
| NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||||
| 1,540m | 6℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
+4cm
| 2℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
+3cm
| 1℃
+61cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,602m | 1,540m | 1,540m | varying 1,586m | 1,540m | 1,540m | |
| Max Town | 6℃ | 4℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ | 1℃ |
| Min Town | -1℃ | -1℃ | -6℃ | -5℃ | 1℃ | -2℃ | -4℃ |
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 Mount Cheeseman
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Basin | 17cm | 87cm | |||||||
| Broken River | 4cm | 70cm | |||||||
| Craigieburn | 6cm | 63cm |
Snow Reliability
Mount Cheeseman typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snowfall of 3-5 meters each season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Cheeseman
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Cheeseman, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Cheeseman, 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 Mount Cheeseman 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 Mount Cheeseman 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 Mount Cheeseman 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.