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Tūroa

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Resort Guide

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.

Key Info

Resort data by SnowSure™

RegionOceania
CountryNew Zealand
Base Elevation1,600m
Summit Elevation2,322m
Vertical Drop722m
Skiable Acres1,230
Total Runs38
Total Lifts6
Annual Snowfall67 inches / 170 cm
Longest Run4 km / 2.5 mi
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Tūroa

Weather Forecast · 1,600m – 2,322m

Data reported at Sun, Aug 30, 3:21 PM UTC
Last Snowfall
—
Last 24h
0cm
Last 7 Days
17cm
Season Total
90cm
SnowSure™ Score
41
Good
↑
Improving
Conditions are holding steady.

Major snowfall ahead - 94cm forecast.

Tūroa is currently experiencing moderate snowfall, with 15cm of fresh snow reported in the last week. The snow depth stands at 90cm, which is 113% of the 5-year average for this time of year, indicating solid conditions for skiing.

Depth
Recent
Forecast
Historic
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Aug 30, 3:21 PM UTC
Base
1,600m
Temp
0°C
Wind
19km/h
Snow Depth
90cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,961m
Temp
-5°C
Wind
19km/h
Snow Depth
96cm
14-Day Forecast
—
Summit
2,322m
Temp
-5°C
Wind
19km/h
Snow Depth
102cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
6 of 6100% open
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (2,322m) · Forecast from Sun, Aug 30, 3:21 PM UTC
ECMWF
164.7cm
GFS
65.4cm
GEM
90.8cm
JMA
30.9cm
ICON
28.5cm
Average
76.1cm
10-Day Forecast
Summit (2,322m) · Updated Sun, Aug 30, 3:21 PM UTC
Mon
31
-3°
-7°
6.2cm
Tue
1
-5°
-8°
4.7cm
Wed
2
-1°
-5°
1.4cm
Thu
3
1°
-3°
6.4cm
Fri
4
0°
-6°
8.8cm
Sat
5
-1°
-6°
0.5cm
Sun
6
0°
-3°
22.9cm
Mon
7
-2°
-8°
15.5cm
Tue
8
-5°
-8°
3.8cm
Wed
9
-5°
-7°
2.1cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Aug 30, 3:21 PM UTC
90cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+110%
vs 5-Year Avg
72cm avg by now
+189%
vs 30-Year Avg
42cm avg by now
72cm
5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 90 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~79.2 cm. That's 10% above the 5-year average (72 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 89% above the 30-year average (42 cm).

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Top Après Ski

Powderkeg – Renowned as the go-to après-ski spot near Tūroa, Powderkeg offers a cozy alpine atmosphere with hearty meals, craft beers, and regular live music, making it a favorite for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the slopes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Tūroa — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about skiing and staying in Tūroa, New Zealand.

The current snow depth at Tūroa is 90cm. Over the past 7 days, Tūroa has received 17cm of snowfall. The season total snowfall is 90cm. The current SnowSure™ rating is 41/100.

Tūroa has 38 runs. and 6 lifts. covering 1230 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1600m to 2322m. with a vertical drop of 722m. The resort averages 67 inches / 170 cm of snowfall annually..

The 14-day snow forecast for Tūroa predicts approximately 94cm of snowfall. LUXSKI provides forecasts from multiple weather models including ECMWF, GFS, GEM, JMA, and Météo-France, updated hourly.

You can browse and book luxury ski hotels at Tūroa directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Tūroa destination page to see all available hotels, check real-time room availability and pricing, and book with free cancellation options. You can also contact our concierge team at concierge@lux.ski for personalized trip planning.