Whakapapa 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 11 October 2026 05:46 PDT
2-Day Forecast for Whakapapa
48-hours from 11 October.
See below for forecast detail
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 05:46 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 44°F
Min 38°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
11
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, light drizzle then cloudy, clear sky later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Whakapapa
Max 54°F
Min 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 36°F to daytime highs around 54°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
12
Snow unlikely
Rain showers first, clear sky then cloudy, drizzle 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 | 13:00 |  | Light rain showers. | 41°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Drizzle. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Drizzle. | 44°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Light drizzle. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Light drizzle. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Light drizzle. | 42°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Light drizzle. | 40°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 38°F | W Light | 70% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 38°F | W Light | 35% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 39°F | W Light | 5% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | W Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | SW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | SW Breeze | 0% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 05:00 |  | Clear spells. | 37°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Fair. | 36°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | 36°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 41°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 45°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 48°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 11:00 | | Fair. | 51°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Cloudy. | 53°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Cloudy. | 54°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 14:00 | | Light drizzle. | 52°F | SW Light | 20% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | Light drizzle. | 52°F | SW Light | 45% | |
| Mon | 16:00 | | Drizzle. | 52°F | SW Breeze | 60% | |
| Mon | 17:00 | | Drizzle. | 49°F | SW Light | 60% | |
| Mon | 18:00 | | Light drizzle. | 49°F | SW Light | 50% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Cloudy. | 47°F | SW Light | 35% | |
| Mon | 20:00 | | Cloudy. | 45°F | SW Light | 25% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | 44°F | SW Calm | 10% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 42°F | SW Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 43°F | SW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 41°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 40°F | NW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 02:00 | | Clear sky. | 39°F | NW Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | 41°F | NW Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 04:00 | | Cloudy. | 41°F | NW Light | 5% | |
| Tue | 05:00 | | Cloudy. | 43°F | NW Light | 15% | |
| Tue | 06:00 | | Light drizzle. | 43°F | NW Light | 30% | |
| Tue | 07:00 | | Light drizzle. | 44°F | NW Light | 45% | |
| Tue | 08:00 | | Drizzle. | 44°F | NW Light | 55% | |
| Tue | 09:00 | | Drizzle. | 45°F | NW Breeze | 65% | |
| Tue | 10:00 | | Drizzle. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 70% | |
| Tue | 11:00 | | Drizzle. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 80% | |
| Tue | 12:00 | | Drizzle. | 46°F | NW Breeze | 85% | |
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 | - | 6in | |||||||
| Tukino | - | 1in |
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.
How reliable is the snow in Whakapapa?
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.