Whakapapa 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 17 April 2026 00:42 PDT
2-Day Forecast for Whakapapa
48-hours from 17 April.
See below for forecast detail
Whakapapa Snow Forecast updated at 00:42 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Whakapapa
Max 41°F
Min 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 39°F to daytime highs around 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Fri
17
up to 1in New Snow
Drizzle first, light drizzle then drizzle, rain showers later.
Snow Line from 6,709ft to 6,457ft, with rain below.
Forecast times for Whakapapa are in Auckland (Pacific/Auckland) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Whakapapa
Max 44°F
Min 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 44°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Rain early, then light 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? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | 12:00 | | Drizzle. | 41°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Fri | 13:00 | | Drizzle. | 41°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 14:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 15:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 16:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Drizzle below. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 17:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Drizzle below. | 39°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 18:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Drizzle below. | 39°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Fri | 19:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Drizzle below. | 39°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Fri | 20:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 39°F | NW Breeze | 90% | |
| Fri | 21:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 39°F | NW Breeze | 90% | |
| Fri | 22:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt drizzle below. | 39°F | NW Breeze | 90% | |
| Fri | 23:00 |  | Heavy snow showers at altitude. Hvy drizzle below. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sat | 00:00 | | Light snow at altitude. Lt rain below. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 01:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 02:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 03:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 04:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 05:00 | | Light drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 06:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 07:00 | | Drizzle. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sat | 08:00 | | Light rain. | 40°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sat | 09:00 | | Rain. | 41°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sat | 10:00 | | Light rain. | 41°F | NW Breeze | 95% | |
| Sat | 11:00 | | Drizzle. | 41°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 12:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 13:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 14:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 15:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 16:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 17:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Strong | 100% | |
| Sat | 18:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | NW Strong | 100% | |
| Sat | 19:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 20:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 21:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 22:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sat | 23:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | NW Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 00:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 01:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 02:00 | | Rain. | 44°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 03:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 04:00 |  | Heavy rain. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 05:00 | | Rain. | 43°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 06:00 | | Rain. | 42°F | W Breeze | 100% | |
| Sun | 07:00 | | Light drizzle. | 43°F | W Breeze | 95% | |
| Sun | 08:00 | | Light drizzle. | 42°F | W Light | 90% | |
| Sun | 09:00 | | Light drizzle. | 42°F | W Light | 90% | |
| Sun | 10:00 | | Light drizzle. | 44°F | W Breeze | 90% | |
| Sun | 11:00 | | Light drizzle. | 43°F | W Light | 90% | |
Snow Forecast near Whakapapa
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | - | 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.
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.