Temple Basin Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Temple Basin
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This is the Snow Forecast for Temple Basin, New Zealand for 16 days from 4 June.
Updated 04 June 2025 13:32 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 4 June |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | - |
| Next 48 Hours | 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 3in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Temple Basin.
Forecast for today in Temple Basin
Max 48°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
04
up to 1in New Snow
Heavy rain first, rain showers then heavy rain, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,574ft to resort level.
Temple Basin has 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Temple Basin Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
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| Wed 04 | Thu 05 | Fri 06 | Sat 07 | Sun 08 | Mon 09 | Tue 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F3 | NW F2 | SE F4 | SE F3 | SE F3 | ||
| 5,751ft | 44°F
 +1in
| 27°F
 +2in
| 26°F
 +1in
| 22°F
 | 26°F
| 29°F
 | 35°F
 |
| W F3 | NW F2 | SE F4 | SE F3 | SE F3 | |||
| 5,174ft | 46°F
| 29°F
+1in
| 27°F
+1in
| 24°F
| 28°F
| 31°F
| 38°F
|
| W F3 | NW F2 | SE F4 | SE F3 | SE F3 | |||
| 4,596ft | 48°F
| 31°F
+1in
| 30°F
+1in
| 26°F
| 30°F
| 33°F
| 40°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 5,574ft | 4,596ft | 4,596ft | 5,574ft | |||
| Max Town | 48°F | 31°F | 30°F | 26°F | 30°F | 33°F | 40°F |
| Min Town | 32°F | 24°F | 24°F | 22°F | 27°F | 27°F | 33°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.
Temple Basin 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 48°F
Min 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 32°F to daytime highs around 48°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
04
up to 1in New Snow
Heavy rain first, rain showers then heavy rain, snow showers later.
Snow Line from 5,574ft to resort level.
Max 31°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
05
1in to 2in New Snow
Light snow showers, clear spells, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 30°F
Min 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 24°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
06
1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 26°F
Min 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 22°F and not getting above 26°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
07
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 30°F
Min 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 27°F and not getting above 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
08
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
Max 33°F
Min 27°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 27°F to daytime highs around 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
09
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Max 40°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 40°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
10
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, rain later.
This Snow Forecast for Temple Basin, 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 Temple Basin, 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.
Temple Basin Snow Forecast updated at 13:32 PDT, next update expected 19:00 PDT.
Snow Forecast near Temple Basin
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Cheeseman | 2in | 3in | |||||||
| Broken River | 3in | 3in | |||||||
| Craigieburn | 3in | 3in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Temple Basin
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Temple Basin, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Temple Basin, 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 Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin 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.