Summary
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Weather Forecast
Seasonal Comparison
Year over year snow water equivalent
Snow Water Equivalent (SWE) shows how much water the snow holds. This is ideal for year-to-year tracking of real snowfall and water resources. Measurements from .
Regional Snowpack Depth
Snow levels measured from
Snowpack depth measures how much snow has accumulated in the area. This is a key indicator of powder quality, trail coverage, and how epic your runs are going to be this season at Turoa.
Historical Air Temperature
Temperature fluctuations at Turoa
Recent air temperature fluctuations at Turoa impact snow quality and stability, from powder to slush.
About the Area
Turoa Ski Resort is located in the Tongariro National Park in the Manawatu-Wanganui region of New Zealand. The resort is situated on the slopes of Mount Ruapehu, an active stratovolcano and the highest mountain in the North Island. Turoa Ski Resort offers skiing and snowboarding on the southern slopes of Mount Ruapehu, with a vertical drop of 722 meters and a total skiable area of 500 hectares. Some of the prominent mountain aspects at Turoa Ski Resort include the Pinnacles, the High Noon Express, the Giant, and the Glacier. The resort also offers stunning views of the surrounding mountain ranges, including the Tongariro National Park and the Kaimanawa Ranges.
The resort boasts several great trails, with the Giant Slalom and High Noon runs being particularly popular. A little-known historical fact about Turoa is that it was originally developed as a commercial ski area in the early 1970s by the New Zealand Tourism Department. For beginner skiers, the resort offers the Alpine Meadow area, which features gentle slopes and is perfect for learning the basics. After a day on the slopes, the Powderkeg is the perfect spot for apres ski drinks and entertainment.
Lift Count | 9 Lifts |
Hourly Lift Capacity | 11300 per hour |
Base Elevation | 1600 Meters |
Established | 1978 |
Run Count | 40 Trails |
Top Elevation | 2322 Meters |
Turoa FAQ
How much snow did Turoa receive over the past day?
The ski area received " of new snowfall since yesterday.
What's the weather like at Turoa today?
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What are ski area conditions in Manawatu-Wanganui-Region like right now?
{u'ski_attitash': u'Cold mountain air greeted early risers at Attitash this morning, with overnight temps dipping to a brisk 15\xb0F \u2014 preserving a solid 11" base that matches seasonal averages perfectly. Skiers can expect packed powder conditions on groomed trails today, with light flurries possible; the 24-hour forecast calls for a modest 0.07" of snowfall, with a slightly higher accumulation of ... Read more