Roundhill Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Roundhill
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Roundhill, New Zealand for 16 days from 30 June.
Updated 30 June 2025 13:40 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 3 July |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Roundhill.
Forecast for today in Roundhill
Max 40°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Roundhill has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Roundhill Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths | 20in |
|---|---|
| Lower Snow Depths | 12in |
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Open |
| Snow in last 7days | +2in |
| Lifts Open | 6 Lifts |
Ski area reported to be open, with 6 lifts running.
Roundhill 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 30 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 6,998ft | 27°F
| 29°F
| 29°F
 | 33°F
 +2in
| 33°F
 | 29°F
 | 29°F
 |
| 5,714ft | 32°F
| 33°F
| 34°F
| 37°F
+2in
| 37°F
 | 34°F
| 33°F
|
| 4,429ft | 40°F
| 43°F
| 40°F
| 39°F
+1in
| 46°F
| 44°F
| 45°F
|
| Snow Line | 4,429ft | 4,429ft | varying 6,263ft | varying 5,902ft | |||
| Max Town | 40°F | 43°F | 40°F | 39°F | 46°F | 44°F | 45°F |
| Min Town | 35°F | 34°F | 36°F | 33°F | 40°F | 41°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.
Roundhill 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 40°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Fair 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
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 40°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 39°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 39°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
1in to 2in New Snow
Snow showers, cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 46°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 46°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, light rain later.
Max 44°F
Min 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
05
New Snow
Light rain first, cloudy then light rain, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 5,902ft to 5,279ft, with rain below.
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
06
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Roundhill, 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 Roundhill, 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.
Roundhill Snow Forecast updated at 13:40 PDT, next update expected 19:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Roundhill
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Peak | - | 5in | |||||||
| Mount Dobson | - | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Roundhill
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Roundhill, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Roundhill, 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 Roundhill 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 Roundhill 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 Roundhill 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.