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See what's happening on the mountain at Mt Dobson right now — snowfall, snow depth, and weather data to help you plan your day in South Island.
6,660 ftUpdated Jul 16, 2026 at 9:05 AM
Lifts open
4 / 3
Trails open
10 / 14
Snow: Resort Snow Report · Weather: Open-Meteo
Next 39 hours· Updated Jul 18, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Scroll for the full outlook · Open-Meteo
Days 1–7
1.0"
Days 8–14
0.0"
Our snow reports measure snowfall in centimeters over multiple time windows — last 24 hours, last 7 days, and the season total. Base depth reflects accumulation at the 1600m base area, while summit depth captures conditions 430m higher at 2030m, where snow typically stays colder and lingers longer. Imperial conversions are shown alongside for convenience.
Current weather conditions affect snow quality. Cold temperatures with low wind typically preserve snow quality, while warm temperatures or rain can impact conditions negatively — something worth watching closely at Mt Dobson's 1600m base elevation, where temperatures run milder than the summit.
Snowfall and depth figures for Mt Dobson come from official mountain sources; weather and outlook data comes from independent forecasting services. The mountain is served by 3 lifts in total.
Snow reports are typically updated early morning and late afternoon. For the most current conditions, check back regularly, especially if a winter storm is approaching. With Mt Dobson's season running from June 28, 2026 to Sept 27, 2026, checking daily during a storm cycle gives you the clearest read on new snow.
Elevation
Base
1600m
Summit
2030m
Annual Snowfall
2.54m
Season
2026
June 28, 2026 — Sept 27, 2026
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