Oceania
Broken River
Limited
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Last Snowfall
Jun 27
todayPast 24 Hours
0.6cm
Past 48 Hours
6.9cm
Past 10 Days
7.7cm
14-Day Forecast
11.5cm
Snow Depth
3cm
Overview
Broken River is a ski resort in Oceania, New Zealand. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 17/100 (Limited), snow base 3 cm (1.2 in), 1 cm (0.4 in) of new snow in the last 24 hours. The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~12 cm (4.7 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-06-27 07:01 UTC.
Resort Guide
Broken River is a club ski field located in the Craigieburn Range of New Zealand’s South Island, offering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere with a focus on authentic alpine experiences. The resort features over 300 hectares of varied terrain, accessed by a unique system of rope tows, and is known for its powder snow, off-piste opportunities, and minimal crowds. Key amenities include on-mountain accommodation, communal lodges, and a social environment that encourages interaction among guests. Broken River stands out for its backcountry feel, friendly community, and emphasis on traditional skiing and snowboarding experiences.
Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Broken River
Lifts
5
Skiable area
1831.1 ac
Runs by difficulty(25 total)
Beginner
3
10% of terrain
Intermediate
10
40% of terrain
Advanced
12
50% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Surface lift5
Resort Info
Ski passes
Chill Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Broken River Lodge Bar – Known for its welcoming, communal atmosphere, the lodge bar at Broken River is a favorite among skiers for its cozy alpine setting, craft beers, and lively après-ski gatherings that often feature local stories and camaraderie by the fire.
Limited conditions.
As the early ski season begins at Broken River, recent light snow has contributed to a limited base. The forecast indicates a mix of light snow in the coming days, providing potential for gradual accumulation. Conditions remain overcast with cool temperatures.
AI-generated summaryDepth
3cm depth — upper mountain may be better.
Recent
In the last 24 hours, there has been 1cm of new snowfall.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook suggests an average of 6cm of additional snow.
Historic
Season-to-date snowfall is tracking below typical for this point in the season, with 8cm compared to the 5-year average of 42cm.
Data updated Sat, Jun 27, 07:01 AM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Jun 27, 2026 at 7:17 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
New Zealand region
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Jun 27, 07:01 AM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- Open-MeteoBase 3cm · Summit 3cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Freezing Level
1087m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
1425m
Temp
-2.2°C
Wind
0.8km/h
Snow Depth
3cm
Model est.
14-Day Forecast
5.6cm
Mid-Mountain
1623m
Temp
--°C
Wind
1km/h
Snow Depth
3cm
Model est.
14-Day Forecast
11.5cm
Summit
1820m
Temp
-4.7°C
Wind
0.8km/h
Snow Depth
3cm
Model est.
14-Day Forecast
5.6cm
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level below base — snowmaking window open
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Black line = verified SnowSure™ blend (not a simple average). Weights update weekly from measured snowfall at SNOTEL stations and resort reports.
SnowSure™ blend — verified model weighting
The black line is not a simple average. For Broken River (southern alps), we combine seven global weather models using weights learned from daily forecast verification — comparing each model's prediction to measured snowfall (SNOTEL, resort reports, ERA5).
- 1.Horizon buckets: days 1–3, 4–7, and 8–14 each get separate weights — short-range skill differs from long-range.
- 2.Regional calibration: weights come from verified error in this geography (Rockies, Alps, Japan, etc.), recalculated weekly.
- 3.Ground truth only: we never grade a forecast against another model — only against measured snow.
Building verification history for this resort.
How we verify forecasts →Hourly Forecast Detail
AM / PM / Night breakdown with wind and freezing level
NWP models refresh up to 4× daily · Last synced Jun 27, 7:01 AM
Today -2 / -10 | Sun, Jun 28 -1 / -6 | Mon, Jun 29 -2 / -4 | Tue, Jun 30 1 / -9 | Wed, Jul 1 1 / -7 | Thu, Jul 2 1 / -6 | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (°C) | -8 | -3 | -7 | -4 | -2 | -5 | -3 | -2 | -4 | -7 | 0 | -7 | -4 | 0 | -5 | -4 | 0 | -5 |
| Wind (km/h) | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 8 | 12 | 8 | 9 | 17 | 12 | 16 | 17 | 13 | 18 | 18 | 17 | 19 | 16 | 21 | 20 | 25 | 23 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1820m)
10-Day Forecast
Today
27
☁️
-2.5°
-10.4°
3 km/h
Sun
28
☁️
-1.1°
-5.8°
4 km/h
Mon
29
☁️
-2°
-4.3°
5 km/h
Tue
30
☁️
1.3°
-9.2°
8 km/h
Wed
1
☁️
1.3°
-7.4°
8 km/h
Thu
2
☁️
1.2°
-5.9°
8 km/h
Fri
3
🌧️
-0.4°
-5.7°
15 km/h
Sat
4
🌧️
1.7°
-1.2°
22 km/h
Sun
5
❄️
0.4°
-7.1°
1.5cm
22 km/h
Mon
6
❄️
-6.5°
-7.9°
3.2cm
12 km/h
Summit elevation (1820m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sat, Jun 27, 07:01 AM UTC
8.2cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-80%
vs 5-Year Avg
42cm avg by now
-80%
vs 30-Year Avg
42cm avg by now
42cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Broken River Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 179cm with an average of 66 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 31 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 33.9cm | 11 days | 10cm | 23cm | 12.9cm |
| July | 41.9cm | 14 days | 19cm | 32cm | 12.9cm |
| August | 37.6cm | 14 days | 19cm | 33cm | 11.9cm |
| September | 30.1cm | 12 days | 6cm | 19cm | 10.8cm |
| October | 27.7cm | 11 days | 2cm | 13cm | 11.8cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
