If you’re looking to see snow in July or August, you’ll need to travel to the Southern Hemisphere (where it’s winter), or visit high-altitude mountains in the Northern Hemisphere where snow persists year-round.
❄️ Countries Where You Can See Snow in July & August
🌏 Southern Hemisphere (Winter Season: June–August)
| Country | Where to See Snow | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇳🇿 New Zealand | Queenstown, Wanaka, Mt. Cook, Cardrona | Great for skiing, July is peak snow season |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Snowy Mountains (Perisher, Thredbo, Mt. Buller) | July–August is ski season in NSW & Victoria |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | Bariloche, Ushuaia, Andes Mountains | Winter sports and snow-covered landscapes |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | Santiago (nearby Andes), Valle Nevado | Snow near capital; ski resorts active |
| 🇿🇦 South Africa | Drakensberg Mountains, Matroosberg | Rare but possible light snow (not guaranteed) |
🏔️ Northern Hemisphere (High-Altitude / Glaciers)
Even in summer, snow and glaciers exist in high-altitude areas:
| Country | Where to See Snow | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | Zermatt, Jungfrau, Titlis | Snow/glaciers available year-round at high altitudes |
| 🇫🇷 France | Mont Blanc, Chamonix (Aiguille du Midi) | Summer cable cars access snowy peaks |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Matterhorn (Cervinia), Stelvio Glacier | Some summer skiing available |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Banff, Jasper (glaciers), Whistler | Glacier viewing, snowfields at elevation |
| 🇺🇸 USA | Mt. Rainier (Washington), Colorado, Glacier NP | Limited snow at very high elevations |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | Mt. Fuji summit, Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route | Snow walls (Tateyama) last until mid-July |
🧳 Best Destinations by Type of Trip
🎿 For Skiing & Snow Play:
- New Zealand (Queenstown, Wanaka) – July is peak ski season
- Australia (Thredbo, Perisher) – family-friendly, easy access
- Chile & Argentina – bigger ski fields in the Andes
🏔️ For Scenic Snow & Photography (No Skiing Needed):
- Zermatt or Titlis (Switzerland) – cable cars to glacier viewpoints
- Jungfraujoch (Top of Europe) – snow in all seasons
- Tateyama Alpine Route (Japan) – famous for “snow corridor” until July
✈️ From Malaysia – Travel Time & Tips
| Region | Flight Time | Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | ~8 hours | Yes (ETA) |
| New Zealand | ~10–11 hours | Yes (ETA) |
| Japan | ~6–7 hours | No visa for Malaysians |
| Switzerland | ~13+ hours | Schengen visa needed |
| Chile/Argentina | ~30+ hours | Visa-free for Malaysians (up to 90 days) |
✅ Summary: Where to Go in July–August for Snow
- Closest & easiest: Japan (Tateyama snow wall till early July), Switzerland (glacier mountains)
- Best full-winter experience: New Zealand or Australia
- Exotic winter: Argentina or Chile for South American snow adventure
- All weather may subject to change depends on actual day.
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