Whakapapa Weather
Weather Forecast for Whakapapa (5,348ft to 7,546ft)
Weather Outlook from 31 August.
Whakapapa Forecast
See below for the detailed long-range forecast, including lowest and highest temperatures, sunshine, cloud cover, wind and rain projections.
Whakapapa Weather Forecast updated at 05:46 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Whakapapa
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 41°F
Min 26°F
14in New Snow
Snow Line from 6,762ft to resort level (5,348ft).
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Whakapapa Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 31 | ![]() | 1in to 2in New Snow | Max 37°F Min 29°F |
| Tue 01 | ![]() | 1in New Snow | Max 33°F Min 26°F |
| Wed 02 | ![]() | up to 1in New Snow | Max 40°F Min 30°F |
| Thu 03 | ![]() | up to 2in New Snow | Max 40°F Min 33°F |
| Fri 04 | ![]() | up to 5in New Snow | Max 41°F Min 33°F |
| Sat 05 | ![]() | up to 1in New Snow | Max 40°F Min 32°F |
| Sun 06 | ![]() | up to 2in New Snow | Max 38°F Min 32°F |
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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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.
Whakapapa Weather Forecast updated at 05:46 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Current Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Whakapapa.For more information about this New Zealand Ski Resort, See Also Skiing and Snowboarding in Whakapapa .
Off-Piste Safety in Whakapapa
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Whakapapa, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.

