The Remarkables Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for The Remarkables
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for The Remarkables, New Zealand for 16 days from 6 July.
Updated 06 July 2025 22:00 IST.
| Next Snow Expected | 11 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 21cm |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for The Remarkables.
Forecast for today in The Remarkables
Max 1℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
The Remarkables has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
The Remarkables Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 100cm |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 30cm |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
| Lifts Open | 7 Lifts |
Ski area reported to be open, with 7 lifts running.
The Remarkables 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | Fri 11 | Sat 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F2 | NE F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | SE F2 | SW F5 | |
| 1,940m | -1℃
| 0℃
 | 1℃
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
 +5cm
| -1℃
 +15cm
|
| NE F2 | NE F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | SE F2 | SW F5 | ||
| 1,780m | 0℃
| 1℃
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
+5cm
| 0℃
+15cm
|
| NE F2 | NE F3 | NE F3 | NE F2 | SE F2 | SW F5 | ||
| 1,620m | 1℃
| 2℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
+3cm
| 1℃
+15cm
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,709m | 1,620m | |||||
| Max Town | 1℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ | 6℃ | 1℃ |
| Min Town | -1℃ | -1℃ | 0℃ | 2℃ | 3℃ | 0℃ | -5℃ |
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.
The Remarkables 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 1℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.
Max 2℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
07
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 3℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 3℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 4℃
Min 2℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 5℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 6℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
11
3cm to 5cm New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,709m to resort level.
Max 1℃
Min -5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
12
15cm New Snow
Snow, heavy snow showers, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for The Remarkables, 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 The Remarkables, 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.
The Remarkables Snow Forecast updated at 22:00 IST, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near The Remarkables
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardrona | 1cm | 18cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in The Remarkables
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to The Remarkables, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in The Remarkables, 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 The Remarkables 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 The Remarkables 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 The Remarkables 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.