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Broken River Snow Forecast - 4th June 2025

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Broken River Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Broken River

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Broken River, New Zealand for 16 days from 4 June.

Updated 04 June 2025 13:37 PDT.

Broken River Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected6 June
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours3in
Next 7 Days3in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Broken River.

Forecast for today in Broken River

Max 49°F
Min 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
04

up to 1in New Snow

RainRainRainLt Snow Shwrs

Rain early, then light snow showers later.

Snow Line from 4,721ft to resort level.

Broken River has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Broken River Snow Report

Broken River Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Broken River 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Broken River from OpenMeteo
Wed
04
Thu
05
Fri
06
Sat
07
Sun
08
Mon
09
Tue
10
WindW F3W F2SE F4SE F3SE F2
5,971ft
43°F
Snow
+1in
26°F
Mixed
25°F
Light Snow
+1in
20°F
Fair
25°F
Mixed
28°F
Clear
33°F
Cloud
W F3W F2SE F4SE F3SE F2
5,135ft
46°F
Snow
29°F
Mixed
28°F
Light Snow
+1in
24°F
Fair
28°F
Mixed
31°F
Clear
36°F
Cloud
W F3W F2SE F4SE F3SE F2
4,298ft
49°F
Snow
32°F
Mixed
31°F
Light Snow
+1in
27°F
Fair
31°F
Mixed
34°F
Clear
39°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 4,721ft
to 4,298ft

4,298ft

4,298ft

Max Town49°F32°F31°F27°F31°F34°F39°F
Min Town33°F26°F24°F23°F27°F29°F34°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.

Broken River 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 49°F
Min 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 49°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
04

up to 1in New Snow

RainRainRainLt Snow Shwrs

Rain early, then light snow showers later.

Snow Line from 4,721ft to resort level.

Max 32°F
Min 26°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 26°F to daytime highs around 32°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
05

New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsMixedMixedCloud

Light snow showers, clear spells, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 31°F
Min 24°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 31°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
06

1in New Snow

CloudCloudLight SnowLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 27°F
Min 23°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 23°F and not getting above 27°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
07

Snow unlikely

MixedFairFairFair

Clear spells early, then fair later.

Max 31°F
Min 27°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 27°F and not getting above 31°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
08

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedMixed

Clear spells.

Max 34°F
Min 29°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 29°F to daytime highs around 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
09

Snow unlikely

MixedFairClearClear

Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.

Max 39°F
Min 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
10

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudCloudRain

Clear sky, cloudy, rain later.

This Snow Forecast for Broken River, 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 Broken River, 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.

Broken River Snow Forecast updated at 13:37 PDT, next update expected 19:00 PDT.

Snow Forecast near Broken River

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Broken River
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Mount Cheeseman2in 3in
Temple Basin3in 3in
Craigieburn3in 3in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Broken River

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Broken River, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Broken River, 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 Broken River 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 Broken River 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 Broken River 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.