Whakapapa 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 12 April 2026 08:42 CDT
2-Day Forecast for Whakapapa
48-hours from 12 April.
See below for forecast detail
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 08:42 CDT, next update expected 11:00 CDT.
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 13℃
Min 7℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ to daytime highs around 13℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
12
Snow unlikely
Rain first, rain showers then light drizzle, rain later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Whakapapa
Max 9℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
13
Snow unlikely
Rain first, clear sky then light drizzle, drizzle later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 12:00 | | Drizzle. | 12℃ | SW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 13:00 |  | Light rain. | 13℃ | SW Light | 100% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Rain. | 12℃ | SW Light | 100% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Rain. | 12℃ | SW Light | 100% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Rain. | 12℃ | SW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Rain. | 11℃ | SW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Rain. | 10℃ | SW Strong | 100% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Rain. | 9℃ | SW Strong | 100% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Light drizzle. | 8℃ | SW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Drizzle. | 7℃ | SW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Drizzle. | 7℃ | SW Breeze | 90% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Light drizzle. | 7℃ | SW Breeze | 80% | |
| Mon | 00:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ | NW Breeze | 75% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ | NW Breeze | 75% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Light drizzle. | 7℃ | NW Breeze | 80% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Drizzle. | 7℃ | NW Breeze | 90% | |
| Mon | 04:00 |  | Heavy drizzle. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 90% | |
| Mon | 05:00 | | Drizzle. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Drizzle. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Heavy drizzle. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Light rain. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Rain. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 10:00 | | Rain. | 9℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 11:00 | | Rain. | 9℃ | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Rain. | 9℃ | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Rain. | 9℃ | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Mon | 14:00 |  | Heavy rain. | 9℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | Rain. | 8℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 16:00 | | Rain. | 7℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 17:00 | | Light rain. | 7℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 18:00 | | Drizzle. | 7℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ | NW Light | 95% | |
| Mon | 20:00 |  | Fair. | 6℃ | NW Light | 90% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | NW Light | 80% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | NW Light | 70% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Fair. | 5℃ | NW Light | 55% | |
| Tue | 00:00 |  | Cloudy. | 5℃ | NW Light | 45% | |
| Tue | 01:00 | | Light drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Light | 45% | |
| Tue | 02:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ | NW Breeze | 55% | |
| Tue | 03:00 | | Light drizzle. | 6℃ | NW Breeze | 60% | |
| Tue | 04:00 | | Light drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Breeze | 75% | |
| Tue | 05:00 | | Drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Breeze | 85% | |
| Tue | 06:00 | | Drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Tue | 07:00 | | Drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Tue | 08:00 | | Drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Tue | 09:00 | | Drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Light | 100% | |
| Tue | 10:00 | | Drizzle. | 6℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Tue | 11:00 | | Light drizzle. | 5℃ | NW Breeze | 100% | |
Snow Forecast near Whakapapa
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | - | 9cm | |||||||
| Tukino | - | 1cm |
Whakapapa Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whakapapa.
This Snow Forecast for Whakapapa, 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 Whakapapa, 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
Whakapapa enjoys a reliable snow season, typically from June to October, with average snow depths ranging from 1 to 3 meters. For the latest snow conditions and forecasts, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.