The Remarkables Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for The Remarkables
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This is the Snow Forecast for The Remarkables, New Zealand for 16 days from 15 May.
Updated 14 May 2025 23:35 CDT.
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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 6℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
The Remarkables has 1cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
The Remarkables Snow Report
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| Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | W F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | |
| 1,940m | 4℃
| 4℃
 | 5℃
 +1cm
| 0℃
 | 2℃
 | 3℃
| 3℃
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| NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | W F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | ||
| 1,780m | 5℃
| 5℃
| 6℃
 | 1℃
| 3℃
| 4℃
| 4℃
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| NW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | W F2 | NW F3 | NW F3 | ||
| 1,620m | 6℃
| 6℃
| 7℃
| 2℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
| 5℃
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| Snow Line | varying 1,889m | ||||||
| Max Town | 6℃ | 6℃ | 7℃ | 2℃ | 4℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ |
| Min Town | 3℃ | 3℃ | -3℃ | -5℃ | -1℃ | 0℃ | 0℃ |
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 6℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
15
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 6℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 6℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
16
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 7℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 7℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
17
up to 1cm New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then cloudy, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 1,889m to resort level.
Max 2℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
18
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 4℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Max 5℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min 0℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, cloudy later.
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 23:35 CDT, next update expected imminently.
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.