Rainbow Weather
Weather Forecast for Rainbow (1,437m to 1,800m)
Weather Outlook from 2 July.
Rainbow Forecast
See below for the detailed long-range forecast, including lowest and highest temperatures, sunshine, cloud cover, wind and rain projections.
Rainbow Weather Forecast updated at 09:51 NZST, next update expected 15:00 NZST.
Long-range Snow Outlook for Rainbow
Snowfall
Snow Line
Max 6℃
Min -5℃
61cm New Snow
Snow Line from 1,560m to resort level (1,437m).
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Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 03 July 2026 09:53 NZST
Powder Possible :- 60cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Rainbow over the next 7 days.
Rainbow Daily Weather Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow and Weather | Temp Town | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 02 |  | Clear sky. | Max 6℃ Min -4℃ |
| Fri 03 |  | Cloudy. | Max 3℃ Min -5℃ |
| Sat 04 |  | up to 1cm New Snow | Max 3℃ Min 1℃ |
| Sun 05 | | up to 2cm New Snow | Max 2℃ Min -3℃ |
| Mon 06 |  | 10cm New Snow | Max 0℃ Min -3℃ |
| Tue 07 | | 27cm to 38cm New Snow | Max 2℃ Min 0℃ |
| Wed 08 | | 10cm New Snow | Max 1℃ Min 0℃ |
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This Snow Forecast for Rainbow, New Zealand 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 Rainbow, 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.
Rainbow Weather Forecast updated at 09:51 NZST, next update expected 15:00 NZST.
Current Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Rainbow.New Zealand Accommodation (Apartments, Chalets, Hotels) Map
For more information about this New Zealand Ski Resort, See Also Skiing and Snowboarding in Rainbow .
Off-Piste Safety in Rainbow
Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Rainbow, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.