Cardrona Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Cardrona
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This is the Snow Forecast for Cardrona, New Zealand for 16 days from 28 May.
Updated 28 May 2025 09:33 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Cardrona.
Forecast for today in Cardrona
Max 38°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
28
2in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow Line from 5,476ft to resort level.
Cardrona has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Cardrona Snow Report
Snow report from Coronet Peak (14 miles from Cardrona)
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| Wed 28 | Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | SW F2 | ||
| 6,214ft | 33°F
+2in
| 31°F
 | 33°F
 | 35°F
| 37°F
| 38°F
 | 38°F
|
| W F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 5,574ft | 35°F
+2in
| 33°F
| 35°F
| 37°F
| 39°F
| 40°F
| 41°F
|
| W F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | NW F2 | SW F2 | |||
| 4,934ft | 38°F
+2in
| 35°F
| 37°F
| 39°F
| 41°F
| 43°F
| 43°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,476ft | 4,934ft | 4,934ft | ||||
| Max Town | 38°F | 35°F | 37°F | 39°F | 41°F | 43°F | 43°F |
| Min Town | 28°F | 30°F | 29°F | 34°F | 34°F | 36°F | 37°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.
Cardrona 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 38°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
28
2in New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow later.
Snow Line from 5,476ft to resort level.
Max 35°F
Min 30°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 35°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
29
Snow unlikely
Snow showers first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Max 37°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
30
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then snow showers later.
Max 39°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
31
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 41°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 43°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
02
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 43°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
03
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain showers, light rain later.
This Snow Forecast for Cardrona, 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 Cardrona, 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.
Cardrona Snow Forecast updated at 09:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Cardrona
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Remarkables | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Treble Cone | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Coronet Peak | 2in | 2in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Cardrona
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Cardrona, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Cardrona, 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 Cardrona 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 Cardrona 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 Cardrona 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.