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Hanmer Springs snow conditions, updated regularly: current snowfall, snow depth, temperatures, and the outlook for this South Island resort.
Hanmer Springs's season typically runs from June 15, 2026 to Sept 13, 2026. Hanmer Springs averages around 2m of snowfall per season across 15 runs. Live snowfall, snow depth, and weather data will populate here as opening day approaches — check back or bookmark this page for real-time conditions once the season is underway.
Next 42 hours· Updated Jul 21, 2026 at 5:02 AM
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Days 1–7
1.8"
Days 8–14
0.0"
Snow depth at Hanmer Springs is tracked at both the base and summit, since the two elevations often see different totals — roughly a 310m difference here. We report fresh snowfall over the last 24 hours and 7 days alongside the running season total, in both metric and imperial units.
Wind and temperature swings matter as much as fresh snowfall. Cold, calm conditions hold snow quality well, while wind-loading or a warm-up can change things quickly — especially given the elevation spread between Hanmer Springs's base and summit.
Hanmer Springs snow data is collected through a combination of on-mountain reports and weather forecasting services, giving you both official resort updates and independent forecast data in one place. The mountain is served by 3 lifts in total.
The biggest swings usually happen right after a storm. Check Hanmer Springs's report in the morning for the freshest numbers, and again in the afternoon as conditions evolve. With Hanmer Springs's season running from June 15, 2026 to Sept 13, 2026, checking daily during a storm cycle gives you the clearest read on new snow.
Next 5 days
Elevation
Base
1459m
Summit
1769m
Annual Snowfall
2m
Season
2026
June 15, 2026 — Sept 13, 2026
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