📷 Mt Olympus
Oceania
Mt Olympus
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Last Snowfall
Aug 18
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
8.9cm
14-Day Forecast
58.9cm
Snow Depth
~21cm
Open-Meteo modelOverview
Mt Olympus is a ski resort in Oceania, New Zealand. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 20/100 (Fair), snow base 21 cm (8.3 in) (estimated), 9 cm (3.5 in) of snow in the last 7 days. The 14-day ensemble forecast across seven weather models (ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, ICON, Météo-France, Met Norway) calls for ~59 cm (23.2 in) of new snow. Conditions last updated 2026-08-21 15:06 UTC.
Resort Guide
Mt Olympus is a club ski field located in the Craigieburn Range of New Zealand’s South Island, offering a unique alpine experience with a relaxed, communal atmosphere. The resort features 60 hectares of skiable terrain accessed by four rope tows, catering primarily to intermediate and advanced skiers and snowboarders. Known for its natural powder, challenging off-piste runs, and on-mountain lodge accommodation, Mt Olympus stands out for its backcountry feel and social après-ski culture centered around its hot tub and communal lodge.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Mt Olympus
Lifts
4
Skiable area
148 ac
Longest run
1.5 km / 0.93 mi
Runs by difficulty(15 total)
Beginner
2
10% of terrain
Intermediate
8
55% of terrain
Advanced
5
35% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Surface lift4
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Chill Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Top Hut Bar & Café – Renowned for its relaxed alpine vibe and panoramic mountain views, Top Hut Bar & Café at Mt Olympus is the go-to spot for après-ski, offering hearty food, local beers, and a convivial atmosphere where skiers gather to unwind and share stories after a day on the slopes.
Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.
Current conditions at Mt Olympus show a snow depth of 101cm with overcast skies and a temperature of -2°C. In the past week, the resort received 7cm of new snow, contributing to a season total that is 76% of the 5-year average. Looking ahead, the 14-day forecast suggests an average of 59cm of additional snowfall.
AI-generated summaryDepth
21cm depth — upper mountain may be better.
Recent
There has been 7cm of new snow in the last 7 days.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook predicts an average of 59cm of snowfall.
Historic
This season's total of 101cm is 76% of the 5-year average of 132cm to date.
Data updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:06 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Aug 21, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
New Zealand region
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Aug 21, 03:06 PM UTC
Freezing Level
1570m
🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions
Base
1430m
Temp
0.9°C
Wind
8.3km/h
Snow Depth
~21cm
Est.
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
25.9cm
Mid-Mountain
1655m
Temp
--°C
Wind
9km/h
Snow Depth
~28cm
Est.
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
58.9cm
Summit
1880m
Temp
-2°C
Wind
8.3km/h
Snow Depth
~35cm
Est.
Open-Meteo model
14-Day Forecast
61.7cm
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 Mt Olympus (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, 3:06 PM
Sat, Aug 22 2 / -23.4cm16.3mm | Sun, Aug 23 2 / -67.6cm31.7mm | Mon, Aug 24 1 / -60.6cm0.8mm | Tue, Aug 25 3 / 01.5cm6.4mm | Wed, Aug 26 2 / -512.2cm22.2mm | Thu, Aug 27 0 / -756.8cm81.1mm | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Period | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night | AM | PM | Night |
| Snow (cm) | 1.3 | 2.1 | 0 | 5.2 | 0.4 | 2 | 0 | 0.2 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0 | 1.1 | 0 | 0 | 12.2 | 15.4 | 27.1 | 14.3 |
| Precip (mm) | 1.9 | 7.6 | 6.8 | 7.5 | 0.5 | 23.7 | 0 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 1.8 | 2.9 | 1.7 | 0 | 4.8 | 17.4 | 22 | 38.7 | 20.4 |
| Temp (°C) | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2 | -2 | -2 | -2 | 0 | -3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -2 | -6 | -6 | -4 |
| Wind (km/h) | 11 | 9 | 11 | 22 | 21 | 13 | 12 | 11 | 10 | 16 | 18 | 12 | 10 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 3 |
| Gusts (km/h) | 45 | 54 | 43 | 76 | 62 | 52 | 39 | 44 | 40 | 56 | 58 | 51 | 24 | 25 | 28 | 16 | 25 | 22 |
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1880m)
10-Day Forecast
Sat
22
🌧️
1.8°
-2.3°
18 km/h
Sun
23
🌧️
2.1°
-6.2°
0.1cm
23 km/h
Mon
24
🌧️
0.5°
-6.3°
0.3cm
14 km/h
Tue
25
🌧️
2.6°
-0.1°
19 km/h
Wed
26
❄️
2.3°
-5.5°
0.1cm
14 km/h
Thu
27
❄️
0.2°
-6.9°
59.9cm
6 km/h
Fri
28
🌧️
3°
0.2°
11 km/h
Sat
29
🌧️
4.6°
-2.9°
12 km/h
Sun
30
☁️
2.8°
-3.2°
18 km/h
Mon
31
☁️
4.4°
-3.8°
8 km/h
Summit elevation (1880m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Aug 21, 03:06 PM UTC
100.5cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-24%
vs 5-Year Avg
132cm avg by now
-18%
vs 30-Year Avg
123cm avg by now
132cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 100.5 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~100.3 cm. That's 24% below the 5-year average (132 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 18% below the 30-year average (123 cm).
Mt Olympus Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 207cm with an average of 70 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 | 38.9cm | 12 days | 11cm | 25cm | 15.1cm |
| July | 48.2cm | 14 days | 21cm | 36cm | 14.9cm |
| August | 40.8cm | 15 days | 23cm | 36cm | 12.4cm |
| September | 32.7cm | 12 days | 9cm | 23cm | 11.2cm |
| October | 32.7cm | 11 days | 2cm | 14cm | 13.2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Current season(2026)
Opened Jul 26, 2026
Scheduled close: Oct 15, 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 Mt Olympus, ERA5 season snowfall median was 195 cm (77 in), about 4% 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
195 cm
5 El Niño winters · 4% below median
All-season median
203 cm
Across 30 ERA5 seasons (2026)
| Phase | Seasons | Median | p25–p75 | Recent analogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Niñocurrent | 5 | 195 cm | 195 cm – 195 cm | 2023, 2015, 2009, 2002, 1997 |
| La Niña | 4 | 216 cm | 175 cm – 273 cm | 2022, 2010, 1999, 1998 |
| ENSO-neutral | 21 | 218 cm | 173 cm – 251 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 Mt Olympus
- Where is Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus runs from a base elevation of 1,430 m (4,692 ft) to a summit of 1,880 m (6,168 ft), giving a vertical drop of 450 m (1,476 ft).
- How big is Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus has 148 acres (60 hectares) of skiable terrain, 15 marked runs and 4 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Mt Olympus?
- Mt Olympus is on the Chill 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 Olympus?
- Mt Olympus 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 Olympus get in a typical season?
- Mt Olympus averages 177 inches / 450 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
