Whakapapa Weather
Weather Forecast for Whakapapa (5,348ft to 7,546ft)
Weather Outlook from 21 July.
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 08:00 PDT.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Whakapapa
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 39°F
Min 15°F
17in New Snow
Snow Line from 5,397ft to resort level (5,348ft).
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 21 July 2026 05:47 PDT
Powder Possible :- 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Whakapapa over the next 4 days.
Whakapapa Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 21 |  | Clear sky. | Max 38°F Min 27°F |
| Wed 22 |  | Cloudy. | Max 39°F Min 27°F |
| Thu 23 |  | New Snow | Max 39°F Min 29°F |
| Fri 24 |  | 1in to 9in New Snow | Max 35°F Min 31°F |
| Sat 25 |  | 4in New Snow | Max 31°F Min 23°F |
| Sun 26 | | 2in New Snow | Max 28°F Min 15°F |
| Mon 27 | | 1in New Snow | Max 30°F Min 16°F |
There is some 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 08:00 PDT.
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.