Mount Hutt Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt, New Zealand for 15 days from 28 June.
Updated 27 June 2025 05:30 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 30 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 4in |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Hutt.
Forecast for today in Mount Hutt
Max 37°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
28
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Mount Hutt has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Hutt Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 56in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40in |
| Snow Conditions | 5in Snow in last 48hrs |
| Snow in last 48Hrs | +5in |
| Lifts Open | 5 Lifts |
Ski area reported to be open, with 5 lifts running.
Mount Hutt 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F3 | ||||||
| 6,824ft | 21°F
+1in
| 26°F
 | 16°F
 +1in
| 19°F
| 21°F
 | 26°F
+1in
| 28°F
+1in
|
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 5,709ft | 33°F
| 40°F
| 29°F
+1in
| 32°F
| 34°F
| 39°F
+1in
| 42°F
 |
| NW F2 | |||||||
| 4,593ft | 37°F
| 44°F
| 33°F
+1in
| 36°F
| 38°F
| 43°F
+1in
| 46°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,593ft | 4,593ft | 4,593ft | varying 6,690ft | 4,593ft | ||
| Max Town | 37°F | 44°F | 33°F | 36°F | 38°F | 43°F | 46°F |
| Min Town | 32°F | 29°F | 26°F | 31°F | 31°F | 29°F | 26°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 Hutt 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 37°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 37°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
28
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 44°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
29
New Snow
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 33°F
Min 26°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 26°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
30
1in New Snow
Snow showers early, then clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 38°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Fair first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 43°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 43°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
1in New Snow
Cloudy, snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 6,690ft to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
04
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt, 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 Hutt, 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 Hutt Snow Forecast updated at 05:30 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Hutt
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Hutt, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Hutt, 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 Hutt 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 Hutt 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 Hutt 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.