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Mount Dobson Snow Forecast - 5th July 2025

Mount Dobson Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, New Zealand for 16 days from 5 July.

Updated 05 July 2025 13:33 PDT.

Mount Dobson Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected9 July
Next Snow Amount-
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days1in

For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Mount Dobson

Max 35°F
Min 26°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 35°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

MixedFogFogFog

Clear spells early, then fog later.

Mount Dobson has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Mount Dobson Snow Report

Mount Dobson Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths26in
Lower Snow Depths26in
Snow ConditionsSki Area Open
Lifts Open4 Lifts

Ski area reported to be open, with 4 lifts running.

Mount Dobson 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson from OpenMeteo
Sat
05
Sun
06
Mon
07
Tue
08
Wed
09
Thu
10
Fri
11
WindS F2SW F3SW F3
6,713ft
31°F
Fog
28°F
Cloud
29°F
Cloud
31°F
Cloud
35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
38°F
Cloud
37°F
Cloud
S F2SW F3SW F3
6,132ft
33°F
Fog
31°F
Cloud
31°F
Cloud
33°F
Cloud
37°F
Cloud
40°F
Cloud
40°F
Cloud
S F2SW F3SW F3
5,551ft
35°F
Fog
33°F
Cloud
33°F
Cloud
35°F
Cloud
39°F
Cloud
42°F
Cloud
42°F
Cloud
Snow Line

varying 6,099ft
to 6,001ft

varying 6,132ft
to 5,902ft

Max Town35°F33°F33°F35°F39°F42°F42°F
Min Town26°F24°F29°F28°F34°F36°F35°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 Dobson 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 35°F
Min 26°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 35°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

MixedFogFogFog

Clear spells early, then fog later.

Max 33°F
Min 24°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 24°F to daytime highs around 33°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

ClearFogMixedCloud

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

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

Mon
07

Snow unlikely

FairCloudMixedFair

Fair first, cloudy then clear spells, fair later.

Max 35°F
Min 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 35°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
08

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Max 39°F
Min 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
09

up to 1in New Snow

Lt RainCloudMixedClear

Light rain first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.

Snow Line from 6,132ft to 5,902ft, with rain below.

Max 42°F
Min 36°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 42°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
10

Snow unlikely

FairFairCloudCloud

Fair early, then cloudy later.

Max 42°F
Min 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 42°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
11

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainCloudCloud

Cloudy, light rain, cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for Mount Dobson, 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 Dobson, 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 Dobson Snow Forecast updated at 13:33 PDT, next update expected 16:00 PDT.

Snow Forecast near Mount Dobson

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Mount Dobson
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSatSunMonTueWedThuFri 7 Day
Roundhill-2in
Fox Peak--

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Dobson

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