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Last Snowfall
Sep 28
7d agoPast 24 Hours
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Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
8cm
7-Day Forecast
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Snow Depth
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Powder Days
11
2026 season
Bluebird Days
3
2026 season
Local Snow
SnowSure Forecaster · September 16, 2026 · How we forecast →
Snow on the way for Awakino this week
We're looking at some fresh snow coming in over the next few days, with 6 to 9cm expected on Wednesday. A quieter stretch follows, so make the most of it while it lasts.
Short-Term Forecast
Starting with a light dusting of 0cm over the last 24 hours, we can expect 6 to 9cm on Wednesday, making it the biggest day of this round. Thursday brings another 0 to 8cm, but things quiet down significantly by Friday with just a trace amount. This round wraps up after Thursday.
Extended Forecast
Looking ahead to the weekend, the snow quiets down with only a slight chance of flurries. The week will settle into a calmer pattern after Thursday, so if you're planning your ski days, aim for Wednesday.
Yesterday: A light dusting of snow arrives midweek for Awakino.
Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.
Awakino is currently experiencing clear skies and a chilly -3°C, but there's been no new snowfall in the past week. With a season total of 136cm, conditions are slightly above the 5-year average of 130cm.
AI-generated summaryDepth
Limited depth data — check the resort snow report.
Recent
No new snow has been recorded in the last week.
Forecast
Light snow possible this week.
Historic
So far this season, snow accumulation is 105% of the 5-year average to date.
Data updated Mon, Oct 5, 04:01 PM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 5, 04:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Lift and run counts not reported
22 runs · 3 lifts — this field does not publish live open counts to SnowSure.
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level below base — snowmaking window open
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Awakino
Awakino Ski Area is a club-operated ski field located in the St. Marys Range near Kurow, New Zealand. The area offers a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere with natural terrain suited for intermediate and advanced skiers, featuring rope tows and a rustic lodge for overnight stays. Managed by volunteers, Awakino emphasizes a traditional, community-driven ski experience with basic amenities and a focus on adventure and camaraderie.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Awakino
- Where is Awakino?
- Awakino is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Awakino?
- Awakino runs from a base elevation of 1,450 m (4,757 ft) to a summit of 1,880 m (6,168 ft), giving a vertical drop of 430 m (1,411 ft).
- How big is Awakino?
- Awakino has 247 acres (100 hectares) of skiable terrain and 3 lifts.
- When is ski season at Awakino?
- Awakino typically operates from July to October. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Awakino get in a typical season?
- Awakino averages 98 inches / 249 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Awakino in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #278 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -5% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Awakino averaged -5% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026. Analog winters: '97-98 -45%, '15-16 -15%, '23-24 +45%. A pattern, not a promise.
