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Mt Hutt ski resort

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Mt Hutt

Projected to open June 2027

Best months to book: July, August, June · last season + 30-yr record

Projected to open Jun 2027 — closed October 11

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

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Powder Days

26

2026 season

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Bluebird Days

5

2026 season

Updated: Oct 12, 9:02 PM•Weather at base: 1,500m
SnowSure™ Score2026 season
Projected to open Jun 2027

Mt Hutt is projected to open June 2027. Here is when it is usually best to book.

Best months to book: July, August, June. Best weeks: 10 Jul–16 Jul, 3 Jul–9 Jul, 24 Jul–30 Jul.3Jun1Jul2AugSepOctOpens 27 JunCloses 11 Oct

Best months to book

  1. #1July40cm avg · last season 46.6
  2. #2August34cm avg · last season 48.5
  3. #3June31cm avg · last season 24

Best weeks to book

  1. #1 10 Jul – 16 Jul · last season 54.3
  2. #2 3 Jul – 9 Jul · last season 50.7
  3. #3 24 Jul – 30 Jul · last season 48.1

Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.

Current Conditions

Reported Mon, Oct 12, 09:02 PM UTC

Terrain Open

Projected to open Jun 2027

Projected to open June 2027 · season ended October 11, 2026

33 runs · 5 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.

Snow Summary

2,086m

Updated Oct 12, 2026 at 9:02 PM

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Mt Hutt

About Mt Hutt

Mt Hutt is a prominent ski resort located in the Canterbury region of New Zealand’s South Island, offering expansive terrain with wide-open runs and reliable snowfall. The resort features a variety of trails suitable for all abilities, a dedicated learning area, and modern facilities including on-mountain dining and equipment rentals. Known for its friendly atmosphere and panoramic views across the Southern Alps, Mt Hutt stands out for its long ski season and award-winning guest experience.

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Frequently asked questions about Mt Hutt

Where is Mt Hutt?
Mt Hutt is a ski resort in New Zealand.
How high is Mt Hutt?
Mt Hutt runs from a base elevation of 1,500 m (4,921 ft) to a summit of 2,086 m (6,844 ft), giving a vertical drop of 586 m (1,923 ft).
How big is Mt Hutt?
Mt Hutt has 902 acres (365 hectares) of skiable terrain, 33 marked runs and 5 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Mt Hutt?
Mt Hutt is on the Ikon Pass. 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 Mt Hutt?
Mt Hutt 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 Mt Hutt get in a typical season?
Mt Hutt averages 150 inches / 381 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
How will El Niño affect Mt Hutt in winter 2026?
El Niño Signal Rank: #273 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), Mt Hutt 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 -26%, '15-16 -16%, '23-24 +28%. A pattern, not a promise.