📷 Tūroa
Oceania
Tūroa
Good · 2026 season average
Projected to open July 4, 2027 · average of 102 verified open days
Best months to book: August, July, September · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Jul 4 — closed October 12
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 31
Past 24 Hours
4cm
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
Local Snow
SnowSure Forecaster · October 31, 2026 · How we forecast →
0cm forecast over the next 7 days
Tūroa is looking at 0.2cm over the next 7 days, with the biggest day on Saturday.
Short-Term Forecast
The multi-model blend shows 0.2cm over the next 72 hours (Saturday 0.1cm, Sunday 0cm, Monday 0.1cm). The biggest day is Saturday at 0.1cm.
Extended Forecast
The 7-day window totals 0.2cm. Models disagree by 0.6cm on the window total (6.4 models contributing on average), so treat the figures as a range rather than a promise. Best window: Saturday.
Yesterday: A light dusting of snow arrives this weekend.
Good
2026 season average
Tūroa is projected to open July 4, 2027. Last season it averaged 40.1 across 102 verified open days.
Best months to book
- #1August18cm avg · last season 44.9
- #2July16cm avg · last season 40.8
- #3September16cm avg · last season 39
Best weeks to book
- #1 1 Aug – 7 Aug · last season 54.7
- #2 25 Jul – 31 Jul · last season 60.6
- #3 8 Aug – 14 Aug · last season 44.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2026) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 25 Jul – 7 Aug. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 08:08 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Jul 4
Projected to open July 4, 2027 · season ended October 12, 2026
38 runs · 7 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Ops signals
- ●Fresh snow + cold temps — good grooming window next 48h
- ●Cold summit temps — snow preservation favorable
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 8:08 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (1,961m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Tūroa
Tūroa is a ski resort located on the southwestern slopes of Mt Ruapehu in New Zealand’s North Island, offering expansive terrain with wide open bowls and long runs suitable for all abilities. The resort features one of the country’s largest vertical drops, modern lift infrastructure, terrain parks, and dedicated beginner areas. Tūroa is known for its dramatic volcanic landscapes, relaxed atmosphere, and panoramic views across the central North Island. Key amenities include equipment rentals, ski and snowboard lessons, and a range of on-mountain dining options.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Tūroa
- Where is Tūroa?
- Tūroa is a ski resort in New Zealand.
- How high is Tūroa?
- Tūroa runs from a base elevation of 1,600 m (5,249 ft) to a summit of 2,322 m (7,618 ft), giving a vertical drop of 722 m (2,369 ft).
- How big is Tūroa?
- Tūroa has 1,230 acres (498 hectares) of skiable terrain, 38 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Tūroa?
- Tūroa is on the Powder Alliance. 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 Tūroa?
- Tūroa typically operates from July 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 Tūroa get in a typical season?
- Tūroa averages 67 inches / 170 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Tūroa in winter 2026?
- El Niño Signal: under review — this station's record has an era discontinuity. We publish the station as under review rather than ranking a broken series.
