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 16 days from 14 July.
Updated 14 July 2025 03:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Mount Hutt has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Hutt Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 59in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 40in |
| Snow Conditions | 1in Snow in last 48hrs |
| Snow in last 48Hrs | +1in |
| Lifts Open | 4 Lifts |
Ski area reported to be open, with 4 lifts running.
Mount Hutt 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 14 | Tue 15 | Wed 16 | Thu 17 | Fri 18 | Sat 19 | Sun 20 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | |||
| 6,824ft | 26°F
 | 26°F
 +1in
| 22°F
 +1in
| 21°F
| 24°F
 | 22°F
| 25°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 5,709ft | 41°F
| 39°F
| 32°F
| 35°F
| 39°F
| 37°F
| 41°F
|
| NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||||
| 4,593ft | 45°F
| 43°F
| 36°F
| 39°F
| 43°F
| 41°F
| 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,593ft | 4,593ft | |||||
| Max Town | 45°F | 43°F | 36°F | 39°F | 43°F | 41°F | 45°F |
| Min Town | 36°F | 34°F | 28°F | 32°F | 33°F | 33°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 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 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Max 43°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
15
up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 36°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 36°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
16
up to 1in New Snow
Light snow showers, fair, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 39°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Max 43°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, fair later.
Max 41°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 45°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then cloudy 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 03:35 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.