Snowfall and chain requirements for South Island alpine passes

Friday 26 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 26 Sep 2025, 9:51am

In this story MetService, NZ Transport Agency

Snow is falling in inland parts of the South Island, leading to road snowfall warnings at several alpine passes. The NZ Transport Agency says drivers must use chains to travel over Arthur’s Pass due to the conditions.

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1. The PressFri 26 Sep 2025, 8:33am

   Snow affecting South Island alpine pass, severe winds on the way (opens in new tab)

2. RNZFri 26 Sep 2025, 9:51am

   Snow falling in parts of the South Island (opens in new tab)