📷 Roundhill
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Last Snowfall
Sep 10
todayPast 24 Hours
8.2cm
Reported by RoundhillPast 48 Hours
8.3cm
Past 10 Days
32.1cm
14-Day Forecast
27.8cm
Snow Depth
45cm
Resort reported (website)Powder Days
25
2026 season
Bluebird Days
5
2026 season
Local Snow
SnowSure Forecaster · September 6, 2026 · How we forecast →
Snow on Sunday, then a quiet stretch ahead
Expect 11cm of fresh snow on Sunday, followed by lighter amounts early next week. The week starts active but quiets down after Monday.
Short-Term Forecast
We're looking at a solid snowfall starting Sunday with about 11cm expected. Following that, Monday brings a light dusting of around 1cm, and Tuesday will likely see just a trace of snow. This round wraps up after Monday, leaving us with a total of about 12cm over the next 72 hours.
Extended Forecast
After this active start, the week looks to settle into a quieter pattern. The total snowfall for the week could reach around 18cm, but confidence drops significantly beyond Monday. Keep an eye on Thursday for any changes.
Yesterday: Snow on the way, with a big day Sunday.
Excellent snow depth - conditions are locked in.
Roundhill is currently experiencing overcast conditions with a temperature of -7°C and a snow depth of 45cm. The resort has received a modest 2cm of snow in the last week, but there's a promising 14-day forecast predicting up to 64cm of new snow.
AI-generated summaryDepth
45cm depth — excellent coverage.
Recent
In the past week, there has been 2cm of snowfall.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook suggests an average of 28cm, with a potential high of 64cm.
Historic
Season-to-date snowfall is at 208cm, which is 84% of the 5-year average of 247cm.
Data updated Thu, Sep 10, 01:07 AM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Sep 10, 01:07 AM UTC
Terrain Open
Ops signals
- ●Freezing level below base — snowmaking window open
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
Snow Summary
2133mUpdated Sep 10, 2026 at 1:07 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
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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.
