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Mount Dobson Snow Forecast - 25th January 2025

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Mount Dobson Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, New Zealand for 16 days from 25 January.

Updated 25 January 2025 20:11 IST.

Mount Dobson Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected26 January
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days2cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Mount Dobson

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
25

Snow unlikely

Lt RainLt RainFogCloud

Light rain, fog, cloudy later.

Mount Dobson has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Mount Dobson Snow Report

Mount Dobson Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Mount Dobson 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson from OpenMeteo
Sat
25
Sun
26
Mon
27
Tue
28
Wed
29
Thu
30
Fri
31
WindSW F2NW F3SE F2
2,046m
13℃
Lt Rain
13℃
Fog
+2cm
9℃
Fair
15℃
Cloud
16℃
Cloud
11℃
Cloud
12℃
Cloud
SW F2NW F3SE F2
1,869m
15℃
Lt Rain
14℃
Fog
+2cm
10℃
Fair
16℃
Cloud
17℃
Cloud
12℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
SW F2NW F3SE F2
1,692m
16℃
Lt Rain
15℃
Fog
12℃
Fair
17℃
Cloud
18℃
Cloud
13℃
Cloud
15℃
Cloud
Snow Line

1,692m

Max Town16℃15℃12℃17℃18℃13℃15℃
Min Town9℃1℃3℃9℃4℃6℃8℃

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.

Mount Dobson 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
25

Snow unlikely

Lt RainLt RainFogCloud

Light rain, fog, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

up to 2cm New Snow

CloudFogSnowMixed

Cloudy first, fog then snow, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
27

Snow unlikely

CloudFairFairFair

Cloudy early, then fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
28

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudFair

Cloudy early, then fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
29

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudFogCloud

Clear sky first, cloudy then fog, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
30

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
31

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

This Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, 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 Mount Dobson, 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.

Mount Dobson Snow Forecast updated at 20:11 IST, next update expected 22:30 IST.

Snow Forecast near Mount Dobson

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Mount Dobson
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSatSunMonTueWedThuFri 7 Day
Fox Peak1cm 1cm
Roundhill1cm 1cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Dobson

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