Appi Kogen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Appi Kogen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Appi Kogen, Japan for 16 days from 31 March.
Updated 31 March 2025 19:39 BST.
| Next Snow Expected | 1 April |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 8cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 14cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Appi Kogen.
Forecast for today in Appi Kogen
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -9℃ 15°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ 15°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
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Updated 31 March 2025 19:40 BST
Powder Possible :- 14cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Appi Kogen over the next 2 days.
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Appi Kogen Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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Appi Kogen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | Fri 04 | Sat 05 | Sun 06 | |
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| Wind | NE F2 | SW F3 | |||||
| 1,305m 4,281ft | -1℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 33°F
 +8cm +3in
| 0℃ 33°F
+5cm +2in
| 6℃ 42°F
 +1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
 | 4℃ 39°F
 +1cm
| 7℃ 45°F
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| NE F2 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 913m 2,994ft | -1℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 33°F
+8cm +3in
| 0℃ 33°F
+5cm +2in
| 6℃ 42°F
| 5℃ 42°F
| 6℃ 44°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
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| NE F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 520m 1,706ft | -1℃ 31°F
| 0℃ 33°F
| 0℃ 33°F
| 6℃ 42°F
 | 9℃ 47°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 13℃ 55°F
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| Snow Line | varying 829m 2,720ft | varying 879m 2,884ft | varying 1,049m 3,442ft | varying 1,249m 4,098ft | |||
| Max Town | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 33°F | 0℃ 33°F | 6℃ 42°F | 9℃ 47°F | 10℃ 49°F | 13℃ 55°F |
| Min Town | -9℃ 15°F | -1℃ 30°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 31°F | 0℃ 32°F | 4℃ 39°F | 4℃ 39°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Appi Kogen Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -9℃ 15°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -9℃ 15°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, cloudy, clear sky later.
Max 0℃ 33°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
01
up to 8cm up to 3in New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 829m 2,720ft to 529m 1,736ft , with rain below.
Max 0℃ 33°F
Min -2℃ 28°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -2℃ 28°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 33°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
02
up to 5cm up to 2in New Snow
Clear spells early, then cloudy later.
Snow Line from 879m 2,884ft to 739m 2,425ft , with rain below.
Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -1℃ 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 31°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
03
up to 1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, fair then light drizzle, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,049m 3,442ft to 849m 2,785ft , with rain below.
Max 9℃ 47°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 9℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
04
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
05
up to 1cm New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then light rain, cloudy later.
Snow Line from 1,249m 4,098ft to 1,049m 3,442ft , with rain below.
Max 13℃ 55°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 55°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
06
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers first, rain showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
This Snow Forecast for Appi Kogen, Japan gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Appi Kogen, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Appi Kogen Snow Forecast updated at 19:39 BST, next update expected 22:00 BST.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Appi Kogen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Appi Kogen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Appi Kogen, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Appi Kogen is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Appi Kogen will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Appi Kogen for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.