When to Ski in New Zealand
The ski season in New Zealand is generally from June to late October. If the conditions are right, some of the major commercial ski areas begin opening in early June, with most of the smaller ski areas opening in late June or early July.
Review the opening and closing dates from previous seasons. Typically early to open, with great spring skiing right through until the end of the seaon.
June and July are some of the colder months, and can offer good powder skiing. August is the peak month in which to ski, and depending on the weather there is a variety of skiing in September and October, from spring skiing conditions to wintery powder.
Skiing is a popular winter activity in New Zealand, so if it is possible, try to plan your ski holiday to avoid the school holiday periods.
More travel info: NZ Airports | NZ School & Public Holidays | NZ Seasons & Climate
Plan your Flights
- Queenstown
Queenstown: New Zealand's premier four season lake and alpine resort
- Wanaka
Lake Wanaka, New Zealand's largest skiable terrain
- Mackenzie
ON and OFF THE SNOW entertainment for all. Mackenzie Winter Fun!
- Methven
Methven: Canterbury's ski hub, located at the foot of Mt Hutt
- Christchurch
Christchurch: Easy access to apres activities and Canterbury's 18 ski areas
- Hover over a region for more information.
- Christchurch
Christchurch: Easy access to apres activities and Canterbury's 18 ski areas
- Mt Hutt
Mt Hutt: Renowned for its great vareity of terrain and laid-back hospitality
- Round Hill
Mt Dobson
- Mt Dobson
Round Hill
- Ohau
Ohau.
- Treble Cone
Treble Cone: Long runs, stunning scenery, varied terrain and great Nor'West powder
- Cardrona
Cardrona: A favourite resort for beginner & intermediate skiers and families
- Coronet Peak
Coronet Peak: New Zealand's premier ski area with world-class facilities
- The Remarkables
The Remarkables: Where it's all about families, fun & the world-class terrain parks
- Wanaka
Lake Wanaka, New Zealand's largest skiable terrain
- Queenstown
Queenstown: New Zealand's premier four season lake and alpine resort
Check back next season for snow reports and webcams.
