Ohau Snow Fields 7-Day Snow Forecast

Ohau Snow Fields Long-Range Snow Forecast Updated today

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Updated 23 August 2026 17:42 PDT

Long-Range Snow Forecast for Ohau Snow Fields

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 24 August.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Ohau Snow Fields Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Ohau Snow Fields?

Ohau Snow Fields Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (5,331ft)
Next Snow Expected	24 August
Next Snow Amount	1in
Next 48 Hours	10in
Next 7 Days	33in

Long-range Snow Outlook for Ohau Snow Fields

Snowfall

Snow Line

Max 38°F
Min 15°F

34in New Snow

Snow Line from 5,230ft to resort level (4,675ft).

Powder Alert!

Powder Alarm issued 23 August 2026 23:44 PDT

Powder Possible :- 10in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Ohau Snow Fields over the next 2 days.

Ohau Snow Fields Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

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.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for Ohau Snow Fields from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
	Snow and Weather	Temp Town
Mon 24	up to 1in New Snow Light snow. Snow Line from 4,777ft to resort level (4,675ft).	Max 35°F Min 33°F
Tue 25	1in to 2in New Snow Light snow. Snow Line from 5,079ft to resort level (4,675ft).	Max 38°F Min 34°F
Wed 26	5in to 8in New Snow Snow. Snow Line from 5,230ft to resort level (4,675ft).	Max 38°F Min 29°F
Thu 27	20in to 22in+ New Snow Heavy snow. Snow falling to resort level (4,675ft).	Max 35°F Min 26°F
Fri 28	1in to 2in New Snow Light snow showers. Snow falling to resort level (4,675ft).	Max 38°F Min 27°F
Sat 29	New Snow Snow showers. Snow Line from 4,724ft to resort level (4,675ft).	Max 35°F Min 23°F
Sun 30	Clear sky.	Max 32°F Min 15°F

This Snow Forecast for Ohau Snow Fields, 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 Ohau Snow Fields, 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.

Ohau Snow Fields Snow Forecast updated at 17:42 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Ensemble forecast for Ohau Snow Fields, New Zealand at 4,675ft

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)

Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

What are Forecast Ensembles ? Multiple forecasts from running the same weather model with slightly different inputs. The prominent line (the 'control') is the model output from standard inputs, the thinner lines are the variations. Plotted together, they show a range of possible outcomes; the closer they are, the higher the confidence.

How to read Long Range Ensemble Forecasts

These forecasts are from ECMWF EC46, a long-range, low-resolution (area) model. They may not accurately reflect local conditions and should be read as area forecasts, indicating whether the coming weeks are likely to be warmer, colder, wetter, or drier than average.

What to look for?

Temperatures trending downward at the same time as precipitation spikes upward... means snow!

Lines close together indicate a high confidence, while wider spreads signal uncertainty.

Snow Reliability

Ohau Snow Fields typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 1.5 meters. For the latest snow reports and updates, check J2Ski for accurate information.

Off-Piste Safety in Ohau Snow Fields

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Ohau Snow Fields, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.