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Mount Cheeseman Snow Forecast - 28th April 2025

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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 15 days from 28 April.

Updated 27 April 2025 09:34 PDT.

Mount Cheeseman Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected30 April
Next Snow Amount3in
Next 48 Hours3in
Next 7 Days8in
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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 50°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 50°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
28

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Mount Cheeseman has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Mount Cheeseman Snow Report

Mount Cheeseman Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Mount Cheeseman 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mount Cheeseman from OpenMeteo
Mon
28
Tue
29
Wed
30
Thu
01
Fri
02
Sat
03
Sun
04
WindSW F2SE F4SE F4S F2
6,148ft
46°F
Cloud
43°F
Lt Rain
33°F
Snow
+3in
29°F
Snow
+5in
39°F
Cloud
43°F
Clear
45°F
Clear
SW F2SE F4SE F4S F2
5,600ft
48°F
Cloud
45°F
Lt Rain
35°F
Snow
+3in
31°F
Snow
+4in
41°F
Cloud
45°F
Clear
47°F
Clear
SW F2SE F4SE F4S F2
5,052ft
50°F
Cloud
47°F
Lt Rain
37°F
Snow
+3in
33°F
Snow
+4in
43°F
Cloud
47°F
Clear
49°F
Clear
Snow Line

5,052ft

5,052ft

Max Town50°F47°F37°F33°F43°F47°F49°F
Min Town40°F38°F30°F29°F34°F35°F36°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 50°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 50°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
28

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 47°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
29

Snow unlikely

ShwrsLt RainLt RainLt Rain

Rain showers, light rain showers, light rain later.

Max 37°F
Min 30°F

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 37°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
30

3in New Snow

Light SnowCloudSnowLight Snow

Light snow first, cloudy then heavy snow showers, light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 33°F
Min 29°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 29°F to daytime highs around 33°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
01

4in to 5in New Snow

Light SnowSnowSnowCloud

Light snow first, heavy snow showers then snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 43°F
Min 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
02

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudMixedFair

Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, fair later.

Max 47°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 47°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
03

Snow unlikely

MixedFogClearFair

Clear spells first, fog then clear sky, fair later.

Max 49°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 49°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
04

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearClear

Fair early, then clear sky later.

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 09:34 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Mount Cheeseman

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Mount Cheeseman
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrMonTueWedThuFriSatSun 7 Day
Craigieburn12in 16in
Temple Basin11in 13in
Broken River3in 7in

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.