📷 Roundhill
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Roundhill
Solid · 2026 season average
Closed for the season · average of 93 verified open days
Best months to book: July, August, September · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed September 27
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 27
10d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
7-Day Forecast
5cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
32
2026 season
Bluebird Days
6
2026 season
Local Snow
SnowSure Forecaster · September 16, 2026 · How we forecast →
Snow on the way, with Thursday as the highlight.
We're expecting a total of around 10cm of snow over the next few days, with the most significant snowfall arriving on Thursday. After that, things quiet down.
Short-Term Forecast
Starting with a light dusting of 3cm on Wednesday, we’ll see the biggest day on Thursday with about 8cm expected. After that, Friday wraps up this round with little to no accumulation. Overall, we’re looking at a total of 10cm by the end of the week.
Extended Forecast
As we move into the weekend, things look to quiet down significantly. The models keep things quiet after Thursday, so expect a lull in snowfall. Best window: Thursday.
Yesterday: Snow on the way for midweek at Roundhill
Solid
2026 season average
Roundhill is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 33.4 across 93 verified open days.
Best months to book
- #1July60cm avg · scored 37.2
- #2August49cm avg · scored 31.4
- #3September44cm avg · scored 33
Best weeks to book
- #1 4 Jul – 10 Jul · 47.3
- #2 22 Aug – 28 Aug · 34.9
- #3 11 Jul – 17 Jul · 38.7
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 3 Jul – 16 Jul. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Wed, Oct 7, 08:05 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended September 27, 2026
15 runs · 6 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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About Roundhill
Roundhill is a family-friendly ski resort located near Lake Tekapo in New Zealand’s Southern Alps, offering panoramic views of Aoraki Mt Cook and the surrounding mountains. The resort features wide, gentle beginner slopes, long intermediate trails, and the world’s longest and steepest rope tow accessing advanced terrain. Key amenities include a licensed café, equipment rentals, and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere ideal for families and skiers of all abilities. Roundhill stands out for its unique combination of accessible terrain and challenging off-piste options in a scenic alpine setting.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Roundhill
- Where is Roundhill?
- Roundhill is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Roundhill?
- Roundhill runs from a base elevation of 1,350 m (4,429 ft) to a summit of 2,133 m (6,998 ft), giving a vertical drop of 783 m (2,569 ft).
- How big is Roundhill?
- Roundhill has 1,400 acres (567 hectares) of skiable terrain, 15 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Roundhill?
- Roundhill 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 Roundhill?
- Roundhill typically operates from June to September. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How will El Niño affect Roundhill in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #383 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -12% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Roundhill averaged -12% 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 -28%, '15-16 -14%, '23-24 +7%. A pattern, not a promise.
