Mount Hutt Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt
This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt, New Zealand for 17 days from 19 November.
Updated 18 November 2025 04:10 IST.
Forecast times for Mount Hutt are in New Zealand Time (Pacific/Auckland).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Hutt.
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Mount Hutt Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Mount Hutt?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Mount Hutt. |
Forecast for today in Mount Hutt
Max 17℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Mount Hutt has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Hutt Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 118cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 100cm |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Closed |
| Snow in last 7days | +10cm |
The ski area is reported to be closed.
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| Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | Tue 25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F3 | ||||
| 2,080m | 6℃
| 10℃
 | 9℃
| 1℃
| 6℃
| -3℃
| 5℃
|
| W F2 | |||||||
| 1,740m | 15℃
| 18℃
| 17℃
| 7℃
| 13℃
| 3℃
| 11℃
|
| W F2 | |||||||
| 1,400m | 17℃
| 20℃
| 20℃
| 9℃
| 15℃
| 5℃
| 13℃
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 17℃ | 20℃ | 20℃ | 9℃ | 15℃ | 5℃ | 13℃ |
| Min Town | 12℃ | 10℃ | 6℃ | 4℃ | 6℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ |
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 Hutt 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 17℃
Min 12℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 17℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 20℃
Min 10℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 20℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 20℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fog later.
Max 9℃
Min 4℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Max 15℃
Min 6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ to daytime highs around 15℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then fog, cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
24
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Max 13℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
25
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt, 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 Hutt, 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 Hutt Snow Forecast updated at 04:10 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Reliability
Mount Hutt enjoys good snow reliability, with average snow depths ranging from 1 to 2 meters during peak season. Regular snowfall throughout the winter ensures excellent conditions; check J2Ski for the latest snow information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Hutt
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Hutt, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Hutt, 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 Hutt 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 Hutt 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 Hutt 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.