Whakapapa 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 12 September 2026 23:46 PDT
2-Day Forecast for Whakapapa
48-hours from 13 September.
See below for forecast detail
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 23:46 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 41°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
13
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Whakapapa
Max 43°F
Min 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 30°F to daytime highs around 43°F
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
14
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 12:00 |  | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 40°F | SW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 13:00 | | Light drizzle. | 40°F | SW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Light drizzle. | 41°F | SW Light | 90% | |
| Sun | 15:00 |  | Cloudy. | 41°F | SW Light | 75% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Cloudy. | 41°F | SW Light | 50% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | 39°F | SW Light | 20% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | 35°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | 33°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 32°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 33°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 33°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 33°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Clear sky. | 32°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 04:00 | | Clear sky. | 30°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 05:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | 32°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 36°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Clear spells. | 38°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | 39°F | SW Light | 5% | |
| Mon | 11:00 | | Clear spells. | 40°F | SW Light | 10% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Clear spells. | 42°F | SW Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Clear spells. | 43°F | SW Breeze | 30% | |
| Mon | 14:00 | | Clear spells. | 42°F | SW Breeze | 45% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | Light drizzle. | 42°F | SW Breeze | 55% | |
| Mon | 16:00 | | Clear spells. | 40°F | SW Light | 55% | |
| Mon | 17:00 | | Cloudy. | 39°F | SW Light | 55% | |
| Mon | 18:00 | | Cloudy. | 36°F | SW Light | 45% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Clear spells. | 34°F | SW Light | 30% | |
| Mon | 20:00 | | Clear spells. | 34°F | SW Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Clear spells. | 34°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Clear spells. | 32°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | 29°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 30°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 02:00 | | Clear sky. | 32°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 03:00 | | Clear sky. | 34°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 04:00 | | Fair. | 34°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 05:00 | | Clear sky. | 33°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 06:00 | | Clear sky. | 33°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | 35°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 41°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 43°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 45°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 45°F | SW Light | 0% | |
Snow Forecast near Whakapapa
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | - | 8in | |||||||
| Tukino | - | 5in |
Whakapapa Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whakapapa.
This Snow Forecast for Whakapapa, 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 Whakapapa, 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.
Snow Reliability
Whakapapa enjoys a reliable snow season, typically from June to October, with average snow depths ranging from 1 to 3 meters. For the latest snow conditions and forecasts, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.