Mount Hutt Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt
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This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Hutt, New Zealand for 16 days from 17 May.
Updated 17 May 2025 01:31 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 May |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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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 51°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain, fog later.
Mount Hutt has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Hutt Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 30in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 8in |
| Snow Conditions | - |
| Snow in last 7days | +1in |
Mount Hutt 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | Tue 20 | Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | W F2 | NW F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | ||
| 6,824ft | 45°F
| 30°F
 +2in
| 40°F
 | 43°F
 | 42°F
| 42°F
 | 43°F
|
| W F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||
| 5,709ft | 47°F
| 34°F
+2in
| 39°F
| 43°F
 | 42°F
| 42°F
| 43°F
|
| W F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F3 | NW F2 | |||
| 4,593ft | 51°F
| 38°F
+1in
| 43°F
| 47°F
| 46°F
| 46°F
| 47°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,593ft | ||||||
| Max Town | 51°F | 38°F | 43°F | 47°F | 46°F | 46°F | 47°F |
| Min Town | 38°F | 26°F | 31°F | 31°F | 37°F | 37°F | 37°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 51°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 51°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
17
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light rain, fog later.
Max 38°F
Min 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 26°F and rising to 38°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
18
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow showers, light snow, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 43°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
19
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 47°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then fog, clear sky later.
Max 46°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Max 46°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 47°F
Min 37°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 47°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
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 01:31 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.