Whakapapa 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 20 June 2026 17:43 PDT
2-Day Forecast for Whakapapa
48-hours from 21 June.
See below for forecast detail
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 17:43 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 42°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 42°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
21
New Snow
Light drizzle early, then clear spells later.
Snow Line from 6,306ft to resort level (5,348ft).
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Whakapapa
Max 39°F
Min 29°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 29°F and rising to 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
22
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear sky, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 12:00 | | Drizzle. | 41°F | SW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sun | 13:00 | | Light drizzle. | 42°F | SW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Light drizzle. | 42°F | SW Breeze | 90% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Light drizzle. | 41°F | SW Breeze | 90% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Light drizzle. | 40°F | SW Light | 90% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 38°F | SW Light | 90% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 38°F | SW Light | 90% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Drizzle below. | 36°F | SW Light | 95% | |
| Sun | 20:00 |  | Light snow showers at altitude. Lt rain below. | 36°F | SW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 36°F | SW Breeze | 90% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 37°F | SW Breeze | 85% | |
| Sun | 23:00 |  | Light snow. | 35°F | SW Breeze | 70% | |
| Mon | 00:00 |  | Cloudy. | 33°F | SE Breeze | 55% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Cloudy. | 34°F | SE Breeze | 35% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Clear spells. | 34°F | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Fair. | 32°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 04:00 | | Clear spells. | 30°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | 32°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Clear spells. | 33°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Clear spells. | 34°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 10:00 | | Clear spells. | 35°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 11:00 | | Clear spells. | 36°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Fair. | 37°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Fair. | 38°F | SE Calm | 5% | |
| Mon | 14:00 | | Cloudy. | 39°F | SE Light | 10% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | Cloudy. | 38°F | SE Light | 10% | |
| Mon | 16:00 | | Cloudy. | 37°F | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 17:00 | | Cloudy. | 34°F | SE Light | 20% | |
| Mon | 18:00 | | Cloudy. | 32°F | SE Light | 20% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | SE Light | 15% | |
| Mon | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | SE Light | 5% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | 30°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 29°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 29°F | SE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 30°F | NE Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 30°F | NE Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 02:00 | | Cloudy. | 31°F | NE Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 03:00 | | Cloudy. | 31°F | NE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 04:00 | | Clear spells. | 31°F | NE Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | 32°F | NE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 06:00 | | Cloudy. | 32°F | NE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | 32°F | NE Calm | 0% | |
| Tue | 08:00 | | Clear spells. | 34°F | NE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 09:00 | | Cloudy. | 36°F | NE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 10:00 | | Cloudy. | 36°F | NE Light | 0% | |
| Tue | 11:00 | | Cloudy. | 37°F | NE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tukino | 3in | 13in | |||||||
| Mount Ruapehu | 2in | 12in |
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.