Queenstown — Avalanche Forecast

The latest avalanche bulletin for Queenstown (New Zealand) was valid until Friday, November 13, 2026 (danger 1 — Low). No newer forecast has been published — likely off-season.

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This bulletin expired on Friday, November 13, 2026 — no newer forecast has been published.

Maximum Danger
1 · LOW
QueenstownNZ-queenstown
1

Several days of rain and no re-freeze have produced less than ideal conditions. We expect the whole pack to become (isothermic) rotten. Stay well clear of avalanche terrain.

Danger by Elevation

Alpine1Low
Treeline1Low
Below treeline1Low

Active Avalanche Problems

Glide Avalanche
Glide Avalanche
Treeline and above
Size2/5
FrequencyPossible
StabilityFair

No recent activity.  We are in a data sparse time of the season. If you are out exploring don't hesitate to put in a public observation, thanks ! Fine with high cloud. 3000m fafl. Not over the next 24 hrs.

The snowpack is rain soaked without a significant re-freeze.  Expect the snowpack to become uncohesive. By late afternoon we may see the whole snowpack become unsupportive and rotten (isothermic) conditions. It needs time to drain, a freeze wouldn't hurt either.

Source: New Zealand Avalanche Advisory · View Original Bulletin

Original (EN)

Frequently asked questions

What does avalanche danger level 1 (Low) mean?

Generally favourable conditions — avalanches are possible mainly with high additional load on very steep terrain.

How often is the Queenstown forecast updated?

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

Who publishes the Queenstown avalanche forecast?

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

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