📷 Charlotte Pass
Oceania
Charlotte Pass
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Last Snowfall
Aug 12
9d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Reported by Charlotte PassPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
5.5cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
10cm
Resort reported (website)Powder Days
14
2026 season
Bluebird Days
3
2026 season
Overview
Charlotte Pass is a ski resort in Oceania, Australia. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 15/100 (Limited), snow base 10 cm (3.9 in). Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:03 UTC.
Resort Guide
Charlotte Pass is a ski resort located in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia, and is notable for being the country’s highest resort at 1,765 meters. The resort offers ski-in, ski-out access to all accommodations, a relaxed alpine village atmosphere, and terrain suitable for all abilities across 50 hectares. Signature experiences include uncrowded slopes, snow play activities, and guided backcountry tours, with amenities such as ski and snowboard rentals, lessons, and on-mountain dining. Charlotte Pass stands out for its unique snowbound access, reached exclusively by oversnow transport, ensuring a secluded and tranquil winter experience.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Charlotte Pass
Lifts
5
Skiable area
296.5 ac
Longest run
2 km / 1.2 mi
Runs by difficulty(25 total)
Beginner
9
35% of terrain
Intermediate
11
45% of terrain
Advanced
5
20% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Triple chair1
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Kosciuszko Bar & Bistro – Known for its cozy alpine ambiance and welcoming atmosphere, this popular après-ski spot at Charlotte Pass offers hearty meals, local beers, and regular live entertainment, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Limited conditions.
Current conditions at Charlotte Pass are quite limited with a snow depth of just 10cm and no new snowfall in the past week. The resort has received a total of 123cm this season, which is 68% of the 5-year average for this time of year.
AI-generated summaryDepth
10cm depth — adequate for most conditions.
Recent
No new snow has fallen in the past week.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook is currently unavailable.
Historic
Season-to-date snow accumulation is 68% of the 5-year average of 181cm.
Data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Australia & Tasmania region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
Depth by source
every reading we have- Resort ReportedBase 10cm
- Open-MeteoBase 1cm · Summit 1cm
The headline depth uses the most trusted available source. We show every reading so you can judge for yourself.
Freezing Level
1709m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
1755m
Temp
-0.3°C
Wind
10.3km/h
Snow Depth
10cm
Resort reported (website)
Resort 10cm · Model 1cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1860m
Temp
--°C
Wind
11km/h
Snow Depth
10cm
Resort reported (website)
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Summit
1964m
Temp
-1.7°C
Wind
10.3km/h
Snow Depth
10cm
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level below base — snowmaking window open
Lifts Open
open
Runs Open
open
Live Conditions
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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 Charlotte Pass (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 Aug 21, 3:03 PM
Sat, Aug 22 2 / -3 | Sun, Aug 23 7 / -4 | Mon, Aug 24 6 / -2 | Tue, Aug 25 4 / 233.7mm | Wed, Aug 26 6 / 00.1cm1.1mm | Thu, Aug 27 6 / -31.3mm | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Precip (mm) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 18.7 | 7.2 | 7.8 | 0.5 | 0 | 0.6 | 0 | 0.2 | 1.1 |
| Temp (°C) | -1 | 2 | -2 | 2 | 6 | -2 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| Wind (km/h) | 10 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 13 | 7 | 14 | 13 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 6 | 5 | 10 | 7 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 33 | 33 | 22 | 19 | 32 | 14 | 42 | 44 | 31 | 56 | 26 | 29 | 29 | 33 | 29 | 24 | 30 | 25 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1964m)
10-Day Forecast
Sat
22
☁️
2.3°
-3.2°
11 km/h
Sun
23
🌤️
6.5°
-4.2°
11 km/h
Mon
24
☁️
6.4°
-2.1°
15 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
4.2°
1.8°
17 km/h
Wed
26
🌧️
5.8°
0°
11 km/h
Thu
27
🌧️
6.1°
-3.4°
11 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
4.4°
-0.5°
8 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
6°
-1.8°
8 km/h
Sun
30
☀️
9.3°
-2.5°
8 km/h
Mon
31
☀️
9.5°
0.6°
10 km/h
Summit elevation (1964m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:03 PM UTC
122.9cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-32%
vs 5-Year Avg
181cm avg by now
+27%
vs 30-Year Avg
97cm avg by now
181cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 122.9 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~123.1 cm. That's 32% below the 5-year average (181 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 27% above the 30-year average (97 cm).
Charlotte Pass Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 143cm with an average of 48 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 | 27.6cm | 9 days | 5cm | 17cm | 9.7cm |
| July | 41.1cm | 13 days | 11cm | 23cm | 12.3cm |
| August | 39.7cm | 13 days | 10cm | 24cm | 9.7cm |
| September | 19.1cm | 8 days | 2cm | 12cm | 7cm |
| October | 8.5cm | 5 days | 0cm | 4cm | 4.4cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026)
Opened Jun 19, 2026
Scheduled close: Oct 4, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
ENSO seasonal analog
History · not a forecastIn 5 past El Niño winters at Charlotte Pass, ERA5 season snowfall median was 67 cm (26 in), about 24% below this resort’s long-term median. This is a historical analog from reanalysis — not a prediction of this winter’s storm track.
Prevailing ONI
El Niño
MJJ 2026 · ANOM +1.39°C
Analog season median
67 cm
5 El Niño winters · 24% below median
All-season median
88 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 5 | 67 cm | 59 cm – 74 cm | 2023, 2015, 2009, 2002, 1997 |
| La Niña | 4 | 95 cm | 69 cm – 190 cm | 2022, 2010, 1999, 1998 |
| ENSO-neutral | 21 | 93 cm | 84 cm – 268 cm | 2025, 2024, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018 |
Season snowfall from Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis (~9 km). ENSO phase from NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index. Relative phase differences are more trustworthy than absolute cm totals. Source: NOAA CPC Oceanic Niño Index + Open-Meteo ERA5 via SnowSure season archive.
Best Months to Visit
August
Peak Season
July
Peak Season
September
Good
June
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Charlotte Pass
- Where is Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass is a ski resort in Australia.
- How high is Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass runs from a base elevation of 1,755 m (5,758 ft) to a summit of 1,964 m (6,444 ft), giving a vertical drop of 209 m (686 ft).
- How big is Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass has 733 acres (297 hectares) of skiable terrain, 25 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Charlotte Pass?
- Charlotte Pass typically operates from June 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 Charlotte Pass get in a typical season?
- Charlotte Pass averages 111 inches / 282 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
