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Falls Creek Snow Forecast - 17th February 2026

Falls Creek Snow Report and Forecast

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Snow Forecast for Falls Creek

This is the Snow and Weather for Falls Creek from 17 February.

Updated 18 February 2026 07:45 NZDT.

For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Falls Creek.

Falls Creek Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Falls Creek?

Falls Creek Snow Forecast Highlights - ECMWF IFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,671m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Falls Creek.

Forecast for today in Falls Creek

Max 20℃
Min 13℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 13℃ to daytime highs around 20℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
17

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Forecast times for Falls Creek are in Sydney (Australia/Sydney) time zone.

Falls Creek has no new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
ECMWF IFS - at altitude

Falls Creek Snow Report

Falls Creek Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Falls Creek from OpenMeteo(ECMWF IFS)
Tue
17		Wed
18		Thu
19		Fri
20		Sat
21		Sun
22		Mon
23
WindNW F3NW F2NW F3SW F2
1,842m
18℃
Cloud
16℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
19℃
Clear
22℃
Clear
21℃
Cloud
18℃
Clear
NW F3NW F2NW F3SW F2
1,671m
19℃
Cloud
18℃
Clear
22℃
Clear
20℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
22℃
Cloud
19℃
Clear
NW F3NW F2NW F3SW F2
1,500m
20℃
Cloud
19℃
Clear
23℃
Clear
21℃
Clear
24℃
Clear
23℃
Cloud
20℃
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town20℃19℃23℃21℃24℃23℃20℃
Min Town13℃9℃8℃10℃12℃13℃7℃

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

Snow Reliability

Falls Creek typically enjoys a reliable snow season with an average snow depth of 1.5 meters. Snowfall is consistent, and the snowmelt is gradual, ensuring good conditions throughout the season. For the latest snow updates, check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Falls Creek

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Falls Creek, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Falls Creek, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Falls Creek is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Falls Creek will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Falls Creek for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.