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Craigieburn Snow Forecast - 25th June 2025

Craigieburn Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Craigieburn

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Craigieburn, New Zealand for 16 days from 25 June.

Updated 25 June 2025 05:37 PDT.

Craigieburn Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected27 June
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours2in
Next 7 Days2in

For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Craigieburn

Max 46°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 46°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
25

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainLt RainRain

Cloudy, light rain, rain later.

Craigieburn has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Craigieburn Snow Report

Snow report from Broken River (9 miles from Craigieburn)

Broken River Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths14in
Lower Snow Depths4in
Snow Conditions-
Snow in last 7days+1in

Craigieburn 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Craigieburn from OpenMeteo
Wed
25
Thu
26
Fri
27
Sat
28
Sun
29
Mon
30
Tue
01
WindNW F5SW F2NW F2NW F2
5,942ft
40°F
Lt Rain
41°F
Cloud
34°F
Light Snow
+2in
28°F
Fair
31°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
31°F
Clear
31°F
Clear
NW F5SW F2NW F2NW F2
5,116ft
44°F
Lt Rain
44°F
Cloud
37°F
Light Snow
+1in
31°F
Fair
34°F
Fair
34°F
Clear
34°F
Clear
NW F5SW F2NW F2NW F2
4,291ft
46°F
Lt Rain
47°F
Cloud
40°F
Light Snow
34°F
Fair
37°F
Fair
37°F
Clear
37°F
Clear
Snow Line

varying 4,721ft
to 4,291ft

4,291ft

varying 4,656ft
to 4,590ft

varying 4,524ft
to 4,327ft

Max Town46°F47°F40°F34°F37°F37°F37°F
Min Town42°F39°F31°F26°F32°F32°F27°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.

Craigieburn 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 46°F
Min 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 46°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
25

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainLt RainRain

Cloudy, light rain, rain later.

Max 47°F
Min 39°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
26

Snow unlikely

ShwrsCloudLt RainLt Rain

Rain showers first, cloudy then light rain showers, light rain later.

Max 40°F
Min 31°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
27

up to 2in New Snow

Lt RainLight SnowSnowLight Snow

Light rain first, light snow then snow showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 4,721ft to resort level.

Max 34°F
Min 26°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 26°F to daytime highs around 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
28

Snow unlikely

CloudFairFairClear

Cloudy, fair, clear sky later.

Max 37°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
29

Snow unlikely

FairFairCloudLight Snow

Fair, cloudy, light snow at altitude later.

Max 37°F
Min 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
30

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedClearClear

Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 37°F
Min 27°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 27°F and rising to 37°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
01

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearFair

Fair, clear sky, fair later.

This Snow Forecast for Craigieburn, 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 Craigieburn, 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.

Craigieburn Snow Forecast updated at 05:37 PDT, next update expected 11:00 PDT.

Snow Forecast near Craigieburn

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Craigieburn
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Broken River1in 2in
Mount Cheeseman1in 1in
Temple Basin1in 1in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Craigieburn

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