New Zealand Snow Conditions Update
The season has started slowly in New Zealand and the recent weather patterns have meant that little natural snow has fallen. Above average temperatures have also meant the possibility of snow making seems remote.
One of the lucky resorts was Cardrona where they opened for the season went despite this going down to the wire. Luckily the opening weekend got the go ahead, and it looks like a lot of fun was had.
Other resorts were not so lucky and the knock on effect of the slow start meant that Whakapapa and Turoa have had to defer their opening dates until snow levels allow. Upper level slopes still have a decent level of snow but the temperatures need to fall to allow the trails to become rideable.
This follows on from the News late last week the The Remarkables would delay it’s opening until the snow levels were sufficient.
Ski area manager Ross Lawrence said he was “determined” to ensure conditions were right before unveiling the much-anticipated new Curvey Basin Chair, terrain improvements and sealed access road to guests.
“We’re making good progress towards achieving sufficient snow cover, and that’s being assessed daily so the ski area can open as soon as possible,” said Mr Lawrence.
“Everything is all ready and waiting, and our hard-working team is excited to get things going. We just have to wait for Mother Nature to deliver the goods.
“We had some superb early-season snow dumps in May, but the recent weather system over the South Island hasn’t yet topped up that early snow enough for us to open.
We will be updating you as and when the snow situation improves at the other resorts and reporting all the opening dates on the site!
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The Remarkables
Good place to ride!
Turoa
Simple but good resort
Whakapapa - Mt Ruapehu
Amazing terrain but inconsistent weather
Cardrona
Okay all round resort
New Zealand
The pick of the Northern hemisphere countries with a great selection or regular resorts, club fields and some heli opportunities. They know how to build decent parks, but chances are you're not going to be waist deep in pow very often.