Hanmer Springs 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 21 April 2026 14:46 CDT
Powder Alarm
Powder Alarm issued 21 April 2026 18:49 CDT
Powder Possible :- 22cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Hanmer Springs over the next 2 days.
2-Day Forecast for Hanmer Springs
48-hours from 22 April.
See below for forecast detail
Hanmer Springs Snow Forecast updated at 14:46 CDT, next update expected 20:00 CDT.
Forecast for today in Hanmer Springs
Max -2℃
Min -4℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ and not getting above -2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
22
10cm New Snow
Heavy snow showers, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level (1,432m).
Forecast times for Hanmer Springs are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 April 2026 18:49 CDT
Powder Possible :- 22cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Hanmer Springs over the next 2 days.
Forecast for tomorrow in Hanmer Springs
Max 1℃
Min -6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Thu
23
1cm New Snow
Fair first, clear sky then fair, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level (1,432m).
Forecast times for Hanmer Springs are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed | 00:00 |  | 2cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% |
| Wed | 01:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% |
| Wed | 02:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% |
| Wed | 03:00 |  | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% |
| Wed | 04:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% |
| Wed | 05:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 06:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 07:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 08:00 | | Light snow. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 09:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 10:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 11:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 12:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 13:00 | | Light snow. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 14:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Breeze | 100% | |
| Wed | 15:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Light | 100% | |
| Wed | 16:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Light | 100% | |
| Wed | 17:00 | | 1cm New Snow | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Light | 100% |
| Wed | 18:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | S Light | 95% | |
| Wed | 19:00 | | Clear spells. | -3℃ | S Light | 85% | |
| Wed | 20:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | S Light | 70% | |
| Wed | 21:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | S Light | 60% | |
| Wed | 22:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | S Light | 50% | |
| Wed | 23:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | S Light | 45% | |
| Thu | 00:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | SW Light | 40% | |
| Thu | 01:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | SW Light | 40% | |
| Thu | 02:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | SW Light | 45% | |
| Thu | 03:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | SW Light | 45% | |
| Thu | 04:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | SW Light | 40% | |
| Thu | 05:00 | | Light snow. | -2℃ | SW Light | 30% | |
| Thu | 06:00 |  | Cloudy. | -2℃ | SW Light | 25% | |
| Thu | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ | SW Calm | 15% | |
| Thu | 08:00 | | Cloudy. | -2℃ | SW Calm | 10% | |
| Thu | 09:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ | SW Light | 5% | |
| Thu | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | -1℃ | SW Light | 5% | |
| Thu | 11:00 | | Fair. | -1℃ | SW Light | 5% | |
| Thu | 12:00 | | Fair. | 0℃ | SW Light | 5% | |
| Thu | 13:00 | | Fair. | 0℃ | SW Light | 5% | |
| Thu | 14:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 15:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 16:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | -1℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | -5℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | -5℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | -5℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | -6℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
| Thu | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | -6℃ | SW Light | 0% | |
Snow Forecast near Hanmer Springs
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lyford | 9cm | 9cm |
Hanmer Springs Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hanmer Springs.
This Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs, 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 Hanmer Springs, 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.
Snow Reliability
Hanmer Springs typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 1 meter during peak season. For the latest snow updates, check J2Ski for current conditions and snowfall information.