Mount Mawson Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Mount Mawson
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Mount Mawson, Australia for 16 days from 25 June.
Updated 25 June 2025 18:30 NZST.
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Mount Mawson. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Mount Mawson.
Forecast for today in Mount Mawson
Max -1℃
Min -3℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
25
1cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Mount Mawson has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Mount Mawson Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Mount Mawson 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | Tue 01 | |
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| Wind | SW F3 | NW F2 | W F2 | ||||
| 1,320m | -1℃
+1cm
| 2℃
 | 4℃
| 4℃
 | -1℃
| 0℃
 | 2℃
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| SW F3 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||||
| 1,285m | -1℃
+1cm
| 2℃
| 4℃
| 5℃
| 0℃
| 1℃
| 3℃
|
| SW F3 | NW F2 | W F2 | |||||
| 1,250m | -1℃
+1cm
| 3℃
| 5℃
| 5℃
| 0℃
| 1℃
| 3℃
|
| Snow Line | 1,250m | 1,250m | |||||
| Max Town | -1℃ | 3℃ | 5℃ | 5℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | 3℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ | -1℃ | -7℃ | -6℃ | -5℃ |
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.
Mount Mawson Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max -1℃
Min -3℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ and not getting above -1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
25
1cm New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 3℃
Min -2℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max 5℃
Min 1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
27
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear spells later.
Max 5℃
Min -1℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 5℃
Freeze-thaw from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
28
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, rain showers then light rain, cloudy later.
Max 0℃
Min -7℃
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above 0℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Max 1℃
Min -6℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -6℃ to daytime highs around 1℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then fog later.
Max 3℃
Min -5℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 3℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, fair then fog, freezing fog later.
This Snow Forecast for Mount Mawson, Australia gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Mount Mawson, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Mount Mawson Snow Forecast updated at 18:30 NZST, next update expected 00:00 NZST.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Mount Mawson
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Mount Mawson, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Mount Mawson, 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 Mount Mawson 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 Mount Mawson 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 Mount Mawson 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.