Hanmer Springs Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs, New Zealand for 15 days from 22 April.
Updated 21 April 2025 11:37 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 1 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 1in |
| Next 7 Days | 1in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hanmer Springs.
Forecast for today in Hanmer Springs
Max 52°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then clear sky, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Hanmer Springs has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Hanmer Springs Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Hanmer Springs 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 22 | Wed 23 | Thu 24 | Fri 25 | Sat 26 | Sun 27 | Mon 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | NW F4 | W F3 | ||||
| 6,070ft | 47°F
+1in
| 42°F
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 48°F
| 50°F
 | 51°F
|
| NW F3 | NW F4 | W F3 | |||||
| 5,384ft | 50°F
| 44°F
| 48°F
| 49°F
| 51°F
| 52°F
| 54°F
|
| NW F3 | NW F4 | W F3 | |||||
| 4,698ft | 52°F
| 47°F
| 50°F
| 52°F
| 53°F
| 55°F
| 56°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,698ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 52°F | 47°F | 50°F | 52°F | 53°F | 55°F | 56°F |
| Min Town | 32°F | 28°F | 36°F | 38°F | 44°F | 51°F | 50°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.
Hanmer Springs 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 52°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
22
up to 1in New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then clear sky, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 47°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
23
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 50°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
24
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 52°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
25
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 53°F
Min 44°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 44°F to daytime highs around 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
26
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear spells later.
Max 55°F
Min 51°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 51°F to daytime highs around 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
27
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Max 56°F
Min 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 50°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
28
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Hanmer Springs, 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 Hanmer Springs, 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.
Hanmer Springs Snow Forecast updated at 11:37 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Hanmer Springs
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Lyford | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hanmer Springs
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hanmer Springs, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hanmer Springs, 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 Hanmer Springs 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 Hanmer Springs 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 Hanmer Springs 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.