The Mt. Hotham snow report for Aug 24 is a 42" base depth with 13 of 14 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Mt. Hotham are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
Snow Reporter Comments: 25 August, 06:44AM
The Calm Before the Storm!
It looks like a cracker of day on the way. The sky is clear, there is just the slightest breeze from the north, the current temp is a very mild 3.5 degrees and we are heading for a balmy top of 7 degrees.
The temperature did drop below zero overnight, so the snowpack has had a freeze, but the groomed runs (that I have kicked) have some nice soft texture on the surface, so there should be really good turns on the piste from the get-go. Off piste will be a little firm and best avoided until the sunny east and north facing slopes have softened as the morning warms.
Make the most of it today if you like your weather nice and easy, as it looks like we have a few wild ones coming up. It's going to get windy and wet to start with, but the end result should be very pleasing. Stay tuned for updates, but all the signs are looking good for a very solid dump of fresh snow over the coming days!
Slap on the screen and get out there!
Mt. Hotham Alpine Resort is perched high in Victoria’s Alpine National Park, offering skiers and snowboarders a unique top-of-the-mountain village experience. With 320 hectares of skiable terrain, 105 trails, and 14 lifts—including quad chairs, triple chairs, and surface lifts—the resort delivers a diverse and well-connected alpine playground. Sitting between 1,450 and 1,861 meters in elevation, Mt. Hotham receives an average of 300 cm of snowfall annually, backed by extensive snowmaking for consistent coverage.
The terrain breakdown includes 8% beginner, 38% intermediate, 43% advanced, and 11% expert runs, making Mt. Hotham a standout for confident skiers and riders. Families will find dedicated learning zones, tubing lanes, and snow play areas, while thrill-seekers can explore steep chutes, ridgelines, and off-piste bowls. The longest run stretches 2.5 km, winding through scenic alpine terrain with panoramic views of the Victorian Alps.
Visitors choose Mt. Hotham for its elevated village, dramatic landscapes, and reputation as Australia’s powder capital. Whether you're chasing first tracks in Heavenly Valley or relaxing fireside after a day on the slopes, Mt. Hotham offers a high-altitude escape with a bold mix of adventure and alpine charm.
