Mount Cheeseman Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Cheeseman
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Cheeseman, New Zealand for 16 days from 4 April.
Updated 04 April 2025 05:38 PDT.
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Cheeseman.
Forecast for today in Mount Cheeseman
Max 51°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Mount Cheeseman has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Cheeseman Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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Mount Cheeseman 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | Mon 07 | Tue 08 | Wed 09 | Thu 10 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | NW F3 | |||||
| 6,148ft | 47°F
| 41°F
| 43°F
 | 41°F
 | 35°F
| 39°F
| 43°F
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| NW F3 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 5,600ft | 49°F
| 43°F
| 45°F
| 43°F
| 37°F
| 41°F
| 45°F
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| NW F3 | NW F3 | ||||||
| 5,052ft | 51°F
| 45°F
| 47°F
| 45°F
| 39°F
| 43°F
| 47°F
|
| Snow Line | 5,052ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 51°F | 45°F | 47°F | 45°F | 39°F | 43°F | 47°F |
| Min Town | 42°F | 38°F | 39°F | 33°F | 31°F | 32°F | 36°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.
Mount Cheeseman 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 51°F
Min 42°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 42°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 45°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
05
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
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
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then fair later.
Max 45°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
07
New Snow
Cloudy first, light rain then light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 39°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
08
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 43°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
09
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 47°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
10
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Mount Cheeseman, 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 Mount Cheeseman, 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.
Mount Cheeseman Snow Forecast updated at 05:38 PDT, next update expected 11:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Mount Cheeseman
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
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| Broken River | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Cheeseman
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Cheeseman, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Cheeseman, 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 Mount Cheeseman 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 Mount Cheeseman 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 Mount Cheeseman 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.