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Cardrona Alpine Resort
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Resort Guide
Cardrona Alpine Resort is located in the Southern Alps of New Zealand, between Queenstown and Wānaka. The resort features over 400 hectares of skiable terrain, catering to all ability levels with wide-open beginner slopes, challenging advanced runs, and extensive terrain parks. Cardrona is known for its relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere, modern facilities, and reliable snow conditions, making it a popular choice for both recreational skiers and professional athletes. Key amenities include on-mountain accommodation, multiple dining options, and a comprehensive snowsports school.
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Cardrona Alpine Resort
Weather Forecast · 1,260m – 1,909m
Data reported at Fri, Jul 17, 4:01 AM UTC
Last Snowfall
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Last 24h
4cm
Last 7 Days
11.7cm
Season Total
34.4cm
SnowSure™ Score
Fair
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Cardrona Alpine Resort is currently experiencing partly cloudy conditions with a temperature of -9°C. The snow depth is estimated at 6cm, with 9cm of snowfall recorded over the past week. The 14-day forecast suggests an average of 6cm of additional snow, but models indicate potential totals up to 31cm.
Depth
Recent
Forecast
Historic
Score calculated Mon, Feb 02, 10:13 PM UTC
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Jul 17, 4:01 AM UTC
Base
1,260m
Temp
1°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
40cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Mid-Mountain
1,585m
Temp
-4°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
40cm
14-Day Forecast
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Summit
1,909m
Temp
-4°C
Wind
5km/h
Snow Depth
5cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Lift Status
9 of 1090% open
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1,909m) · Forecast from Fri, Jul 17, 4:01 AM UTC
ECMWF
12.9cm
GFS
30.3cm
GEM
6.5cm
JMA
11.7cm
ICON
16.7cm
Average
15.6cm
10-Day Forecast
Summit (1,909m) · Updated Fri, Jul 17, 4:01 AM UTC
Today
17
-2°
-9°
Sat
18
-1°
-7°
Sun
19
-3°
-10°
Mon
20
-4°
-11°
Tue
21
-1°
-7°
Wed
22
-1°
-7°
Thu
23
-2°
-6°
0.1cm
Fri
24
-4°
-8°
0.2cm
Sat
25
-3°
-7°
2.2cm
Sun
26
-7°
-9°
0.1cm
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Jul 17, 4:01 AM UTC
34.4cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+63%
vs 5-Year Avg
55cm avg by now
+63%
vs 30-Year Avg
55cm avg by now
55cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 34.4 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~34.7 cm. That's 37% below the 5-year average (55 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 37% below the 30-year average (55 cm).
Plan Your Trip to Cardrona Alpine Resort
Today's SnowSure™ Score:
23/100
Opens:Early June
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Closes:Mid October
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Best Months to Visit
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Typical Season: Early June – Mid October|Grayed dates indicate resort is typically closed
Predictions are based on historical patterns and current season performance. Actual conditions may vary. Season dates are estimates and vary by resort.
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Cardrona Hotel – Renowned for its historic charm and welcoming atmosphere, this iconic bar and restaurant offers hearty après-ski fare, local craft beers, and a cozy fireside setting, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders after a day on the slopes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cardrona Alpine Resort — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about skiing and staying in Cardrona Alpine Resort, New Zealand.
The current snow depth at Cardrona Alpine Resort is 40cm. There has been 4cm of fresh snow in the last 24 hours. Over the past 7 days, Cardrona Alpine Resort has received 11.7cm of snowfall. The season total snowfall is 34.4cm. The current SnowSure™ rating is 23/100.
Cardrona Alpine Resort has 47 runs. and 10 lifts. covering 852.5 skiable acres. The elevation ranges from 1260m to 1909m. with a vertical drop of 656m. The resort averages 114 inches / 290 cm of snowfall annually..
LUXSKI features 1 curated luxury hotel near Cardrona Alpine Resort: Whare Kea Lodge and Chalet (5★). All hotels are handpicked for exceptional quality, service, and proximity to the slopes.
The 14-day snow forecast for Cardrona Alpine Resort predicts approximately 13cm 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 Cardrona Alpine Resort directly on LUXSKI. Visit the Cardrona Alpine Resort 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.