Selwyn Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Selwyn
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Selwyn, Australia for 16 days from 4 June.
Updated 04 June 2025 13:31 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 7 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 10in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 12in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Selwyn.
Forecast for today in Selwyn
Max 36°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
04
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
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Updated 04 June 2025 14:35 PDT
Powder Possible :- 10in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Selwyn over the next 3 days.
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Selwyn Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Selwyn 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 04 | Thu 05 | Fri 06 | Sat 07 | Sun 08 | Mon 09 | Tue 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F4 | NW F4 | NW F3 | W F3 | W F3 | ||
| 5,295ft | 35°F
| 40°F
 | 38°F
 | 32°F
 +10in
| 28°F
+1in
| 25°F
+1in
| 29°F
|
| NW F4 | NW F4 | NW F3 | W F3 | W F3 | |||
| 5,095ft | 36°F
| 40°F
| 38°F
| 32°F
+10in
| 28°F
+1in
| 26°F
+1in
| 29°F
|
| NW F4 | NW F4 | NW F3 | W F3 | W F3 | |||
| 4,895ft | 36°F
| 41°F
| 39°F
| 33°F
+10in
| 29°F
+1in
| 26°F
+1in
| 30°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,895ft | 4,895ft | 4,895ft | 4,895ft | 4,895ft | ||
| Max Town | 36°F | 41°F | 39°F | 33°F | 29°F | 26°F | 30°F |
| Min Town | 24°F | 31°F | 30°F | 29°F | 21°F | 22°F | 27°F |
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.
Selwyn 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 36°F
Min 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
04
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 41°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
05
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy later.
Max 39°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
06
New Snow
Cloudy first, clear spells then light snow showers, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 29°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 29°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
07
10in New Snow
Clear spells, snow showers, heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 29°F
Min 21°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 21°F and not getting above 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
08
1in New Snow
Light snow showers first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 26°F
Min 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
09
1in New Snow
Light snow, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 30°F
Min 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 27°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
10
New Snow
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Selwyn, Australia 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 Selwyn, on any given trail 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.
Selwyn Snow Forecast updated at 13:31 PDT, next update expected 16:00 PDT.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Selwyn
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Selwyn, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Selwyn, 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 Selwyn 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 Selwyn 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 Selwyn 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.