QUICK ANSWERS:
JUNE - EARLY SEASON
Just can't wait to go skiing or riding? Then early season is for you! With major investments into state of the art snow – making, from both the resorts of Cardrona and Treble Cone there’s something to slide on - even if mother nature doesn’t deliver.
Average Temperatures:
- Town: 3 to 12 °C
- Mountain: -3 to -10°C
- Events: Opening Day Celebrations, Matariki
Insider tips:
- Short lift queues = more time on the slopes
- The stoke level is high no matter the conditions - everyone is excited to be back on snow!
JULY - SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
There’s nothing better than a family ski holiday, whether it’s seeing the kids take their first turns, spending some quality mountain time all together, or swapping ‘brag’ stories at the end of the day.
- Town: 2 to 10°C
- Mountain: -3 to minus -5°C
- Events: NZ Mountain Film and Book Festival
Insider tips:
- Pop the kids into a ski programme – they’ll meet new friends and learn to ski/snowboard, or develop their skills in a fun & safe environment!
- Take a lesson yourself - book with a couple of friends who are the same ability & create your own group
AUGUST – MID WINTER
August is traditionally the month with deep snow bases and regular snowfalls - providing excellent powder conditions.
Average Temperatures:
- Town: 2 to 10°C
- Mountain: -5 to 0°C
- Events: Winter Games NZ
Insider Tips:
- Book a heli-ski trip - the Wanaka region is renowned for having the largest heli ski terrain in the Southern Hemisphere!
- Make the most of ski/board demo days on mountain and try out the latest and greatest
SEPT - OCT SPRING SKIING
Who doesn’t love spring skiing? Longer days, warmer temperatures and forgiving ‘hero’ snow. Spring is just fun! And you get more time to ride with lifts running from 8.30am - 5pm.
Average Temperatures:
- Town: 2 to 10°C
- Mountain: 0 to 4°C
- Events: Jossi Wells Invitational
Insider Tips:
- Sunscreen. Multiple times a day.
- Grab a spring pass for unlimited skiing & riding
