Does Christchurch have snow?
Christchurch has occasional heavy snowfalls in winter.
Where can I see snow in Christchurch?
Check out our list of the top ski areas within driving distance of Christchurch:
- Mt Hutt – 80 minutes drive from Christchurch.
- Porters Ski Area – 80 minutes drive from Christchurch.
- Mount Cheeseman – 90 minutes drive from Christchurch.
- Broken River Ski Area – 90 minutes drive from Christchurch.
What year was the big snow in Christchurch?
1992
“Christchurch teetered on the brink of disaster yesterday as the worst snowstorm in 30 years first paralysed the city, then caused widespread flooding,” The Press reported on August 29, 1992. The big snow hits Beckenham in 1992.
When was the big snow in Canterbury?
In June 2006 South Canterbury experienced its heaviest snowfall in decades. Power lines collapsed under the snow’s weight, and electricity was cut to hundreds of rural homes.
What is the coldest place in New Zealand?
Ophir, in the south of New Zealand, is a tiny town which held the record for the country’s lowest temperature. On July 3rd, 1995, a low of -21.6C broke the previous record, also held by Ophir (since then the records have been revised – see update below).
What is the coldest month in Christchurch?
July
The coldest month is usually July and the warmest month is usually January or February. In New Zealand generally there are relatively small variations between summer and winter temperatures, although inland and to the east of the ranges the variation is greater (up to 14°C).
Does Rangiora have snow?
When can you find snow in Rangiora? Weather stations report no annual snow.
How tall is Porthills?
The range terminates near Gebbies Pass above the head of the harbour. The range includes a number of summits between 300 and 500 metres above sea level.
Has Wellington got snow?
Snow falls in Karori, Wellington, on Monday. NZTA is advising motorists to take extra care on roads in the central North Island today due to challenging weather conditions.
What part of NZ has the best weather?
Sunshine. Most places in New Zealand receive over 2000 hours of sunshine a year, with the sunniest areas — Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s Bay and Nelson/Marlborough – receiving over 2350 hours. As New Zealand observes daylight saving, during summer months daylight can last up until 10.00pm.
How much snow did Christchurch get in 1980?
Record (up to 1980) snowfall 280mm (11 inches) over most of city. The 1992 snow storm killed over one million stock in Canterbury and damaged buildings in the Christchurch and surrounding areas. Its overall economic impact was estimated to be somewhere between 50 and 100 million dollars.
Where is it snowing in New Zealand?
MetService is warning of a chance of heavy snow in the Taihape area, the hills around Wellington and southern Wairarapa, and the Canterbury plains. The Taranaki towns of Stratford and Midhirst have had snowfall for the first time in 10 years.
Is it snowing in the South Island?
Snow is falling in the South Island this afternoon as temperatures plunge to freezing in some areas. Today MetService had severe weather warnings in place for snow for Otago and parts of Canterbury. snow flurries were expected to sea level in Dunedin this evening, with 5cm-10cm of snow expected to 300m above sea level.
Where will it snow in New Zealand during the Polar Blast?
Te Anau in the South Island during the polar blast. MetService is warning of a chance of heavy snow in the Taihape area, the hills around Wellington and southern Wairarapa, and the Canterbury plains. The Taranaki towns of Stratford and Midhirst have had snowfall for the first time in 10 years.