📷 Temple Basin
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Temple Basin
Good · 2026 season average
Closed for the season · average of 41 verified open days
Best months to book: 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 28
7d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
11cm
7-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
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Powder Days
16
2026 season
Local Snow
SnowSure Forecaster · September 27, 2026 · How we forecast →
Snowfall on the way for Temple Basin this weekend.
We're expecting a solid 17cm of snow on Sunday, followed by lighter amounts early next week. It looks like a quiet stretch after that, so get ready for a good weekend on the slopes.
Short-Term Forecast
Starting with a fresh 10.5cm in the last 24 hours, we’re looking at 17cm on Sunday, the biggest day of this stretch. Monday brings a light dusting of around 1cm, and Tuesday will see just a trace of snow. This round wraps up by Tuesday with a total of about 18cm.
Extended Forecast
After Tuesday, the week settles into a quieter pattern with little to no snow expected. If you're holding out for more snow, keep an eye on Thursday for any changes. Best window: Sunday.
Yesterday: Snow on the way for Temple Basin this weekend
Good
2026 season average
Temple Basin is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 41.9 across 41 verified open days.
Best months to book
- #1August39cm avg · scored 40.3
- #2September40cm avg · scored 42.7
Best weeks to book
- #1 25 Aug – 31 Aug · 48.4
- #2 18 Aug – 24 Aug · 32.1
- #3 1 Sep – 7 Sep · 47.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 27 Aug – 9 Sep. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 5, 05:05 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended September 27, 2026
36 runs · 4 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 Temple Basin
Temple Basin is a club ski field located in Arthur’s Pass National Park, New Zealand, offering a unique alpine experience with access only by a 45-minute hike from the highway. The resort features over 320 hectares of skiable terrain, renowned for its natural, ungroomed slopes, challenging off-piste runs, and spectacular mountain scenery. Temple Basin provides on-mountain accommodation, a relaxed social atmosphere, and is especially popular with advanced skiers and snowboarders seeking adventure in a backcountry setting.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Temple Basin
- Where is Temple Basin?
- Temple Basin is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Temple Basin?
- Temple Basin runs from a base elevation of 1,326 m (4,350 ft) to a summit of 1,753 m (5,751 ft), giving a vertical drop of 427 m (1,401 ft).
- How big is Temple Basin?
- Temple Basin has 1,955 acres (791 hectares) of skiable terrain, 36 marked runs and 4 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Temple Basin?
- Temple Basin 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 Temple Basin?
- Temple Basin typically operates from August to September. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Temple Basin get in a typical season?
- Temple Basin averages 453 inches / 1150 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Temple Basin in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #434 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -18% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Temple Basin averaged -18% 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 -23%, '15-16 -30%, '23-24 0%. A pattern, not a promise.
