Arthur's Pass — Avalanche Forecast

Avalanche danger in Arthur's Pass (New Zealand) is 3 — Considerable, valid for Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Published by New Zealand Avalanche Advisory.

Valid for
Published:
Maximum Danger
3 · CONSIDERABLE
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Snow forecast for tomorrow will increase the storm slab hazard as the day progresses. The freezing level is forecast to drop; therefore, expect all elevations to have increasing hazard. Totals at Tempe Basin would be over 25cm in the next 24 hours. Good assessment skills are required for a changing hazard with any backcountry travel tomorrow.

Danger by Elevation

Alpine3Considerable
Treeline2Moderate
Below treeline1Low

Active Avalanche Problems

Storm Slab
Storm Slab
Treeline and above
Size2/5
FrequencyPossible
StabilityFair
Wet Snow
Wet Snow
Treeline
Size2/5
FrequencyUnlikely
StabilityGood

Nothing reported in the last 24hrs.  Please keep these public observations coming! They are a great resource for mountain users and super helpful for us in forecasting. So, please report any avalanches you see or come across in the public observations section of the NZAA website. Rain, heavy at times and falling as snow above 800 metres, easing to the odd shower in the afternoon. Winds Northwesterly 40 km/h changing southerly 30 km/h mid-morning. Freezing level 1000 rising to 1300 metres afternoon. Rain will soften the snowpack in the morning. A melt /freeze cycle has been occurring for the last week. Crampons and an ice axe are a good idea.

The snowpack is generally well settled, with rain at the tops earlier in the week. Recent snowfalls have put up to 15cm at higher elevations above 2100 m, but this is variable based on location, with each valley having different totals. The new snow at higher elevations is well settled.

Source: New Zealand Avalanche Advisory · View Original Bulletin

Original (EN)

Frequently asked questions

What does avalanche danger level 3 (Considerable) mean?

Dangerous avalanche conditions — a single person can trigger avalanches on many steep slopes; cautious route selection is essential.

How often is the Arthur's Pass forecast updated?

Avycast refreshes hourly; the bulletin is republished by New Zealand Avalanche Advisory usually once a day during the season.

Who publishes the Arthur's Pass avalanche forecast?

New Zealand Avalanche Advisory — the official warning service. Avycast aggregates and translates it; always check the original bulletin.

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