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Coronet Peak Resort Guide
Fair · 2026 season average
Projected to open May 28, 2027 · average of 116 verified open days
Best months to book: August, September, July · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open May 28 — closed October 4
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 31
Past 24 Hours
2cm
Resort reportedPast 48 Hours
4cm
Past 10 Days
4cm
7-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
10
2026 season
Bluebird Days
2
2026 season
Resort Guide
Coronet Peak is a ski resort located just 20 minutes from Queenstown, New Zealand, offering expansive terrain suitable for all abilities across 280 hectares. The resort features modern facilities, including high-speed chairlifts, night skiing, and a dedicated beginner area, creating a vibrant and accessible atmosphere. Signature experiences include first tracks at sunrise and night skiing under lights, while amenities such as on-mountain dining and equipment rentals enhance convenience for visitors. Coronet Peak stands out for its proximity to Queenstown, diverse terrain, and unique night skiing opportunities.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Coronet Peak
Lifts
8
Skiable area
691 ac
Longest run
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Lift fleet
- Chondola1
- High-speed 61
- High-speed quad1
- Surface lift1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Ice Bar – Perched on the slopes of Coronet Peak, Ice Bar is renowned for its unique alpine setting, offering skiers and snowboarders a vibrant après-ski experience with panoramic mountain views, signature cocktails, and a lively social atmosphere right on the snow.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:02 PM UTC
135cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-17%
vs 5-Year Avg
163cm avg by now
-19%
vs 30-Year Avg
166cm avg by now
163cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 135.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~135.3 cm. That's 17% below the 5-year average (163 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 18% below the 30-year average (166 cm).
Coronet Peak Season Snowfall
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Coronet Peak Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 157cm with an average of 33 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 27cm | 5 days | 15cm | 27cm | 9cm |
| July | 29cm | 6 days | 29cm | 40cm | 9cm |
| August | 29cm | 7 days | 34cm | 45cm | 10cm |
| September | 33cm | 7 days | 22cm | 41cm | 10cm |
| October | 27cm | 5 days | 6cm | 23cm | 9cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
25.6
Season Average
116 days scored
64
Best Day
27 Aug
1
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
2
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
May 2026
- 1230 May
- 831 May
- 529 May
June 2026
- 2230 Jun
- 2025 Jun3cm
- 2029 Jun
July 2026
- 3231 Jul5cm
- 3111 Jul
- 3013 Jul1cm
August 2026
- 6427 Aug21cm
- 4930 Aug2cm
- 4828 Aug
September 2026
- 432 Sep
- 421 Sep
- 4117 Sep
August scored highest for Coronet Peak in 2026. Based on 116 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026)
129 days
May 29, 2026 → Oct 4, 2026
Next season(2026)
Opens May 29, 2026
Through Oct 4, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
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 Coronet Peak
- Where is Coronet Peak?
- Coronet Peak is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Coronet Peak?
- Coronet Peak runs from a base elevation of 1,168 m (3,832 ft) to a summit of 1,607 m (5,272 ft), giving a vertical drop of 439 m (1,440 ft).
- How big is Coronet Peak?
- Coronet Peak has 691 acres (280 hectares) of skiable terrain, 38 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Coronet Peak?
- Coronet Peak is on the Ikon Pass and Mountain Collective. 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 Coronet Peak?
- Coronet Peak typically operates from May 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 Coronet Peak get in a typical season?
- Coronet Peak averages 78 inches / 199 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
