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Biwako Valley Snow Forecast - 26th January 2025

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Biwako Valley Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Biwako Valley

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Biwako Valley, Japan for 15 days from 26 January.

Updated 25 January 2025 16:39 GMT.

Biwako Valley Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected26 January
Next Snow Amount2cm1in
Next 48 Hours1cm-
Next 7 Days21cm8in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Biwako Valley.

Forecast for today in Biwako Valley

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

1cm to 2cmup to 1in New Snow

Light SnowFairFairFair

Light snow early, then fair later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Biwako Valley has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Biwako Valley Snow Report

Biwako Valley Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
-
Snow Conditions
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Biwako Valley 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Biwako Valley from OpenMeteo
Sun
26
Mon
27
Tue
28
Wed
29
Thu
30
Fri
31
Sat
01
WindSW F2SW F3NW F2W F2
1,174m3,852ft
1℃34°F
Fair
+1cm
4℃39°F
Clear
2℃35°F
Mixed
-4℃24°F
Light Snow
+4cm+1in
-5℃23°F
Light Snow
+12cm+5in
-4℃25°F
Light Snow
+4cm+2in
-3℃26°F
Cloud
SW F2SW F3W F3NW F2
1,057m3,468ft
1℃34°F
Fair
+2cm+1in
4℃39°F
Clear
2℃35°F
Fair
-3℃26°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm+1in
-4℃24°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+9cm+4in
-3℃26°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+7cm+3in
-3℃27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
SW F2SW F3W F3NW F2
940m3,084ft
1℃34°F
Fair
+2cm+1in
4℃39°F
Clear
2℃35°F
Fair
-2℃28°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm+1in
-4℃26°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+9cm+3in
-3℃27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+7cm+3in
-2℃28°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
Snow Line

940m3,084ft

940m3,084ft

940m3,084ft

940m3,084ft

940m3,084ft

Max Town1℃34°F4℃39°F2℃35°F-2℃28°F-4℃26°F-3℃27°F-2℃28°F
Min Town-1℃30°F-1℃30°F-4℃24°F-5℃23°F-5℃23°F-4℃25°F-4℃25°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.

Biwako Valley 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
26

1cm to 2cmup to 1in New Snow

Light SnowFairFairFair

Light snow early, then fair later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
27

Snow unlikely

FairClearFairShwrs

Fair first, clear sky then fair, rain showers later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
28

Snow unlikely

Lt DrizzleFairFairCloud

Light drizzle, fair, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
29

1cm to 4cm1in New Snow

MixedCloudLt Snow ShwrsLt Snow Shwrs

Clear spells, cloudy, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
30

9cm to 12cm3in to 5in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsLt Snow ShwrsLt Snow ShwrsSnow

Light snow showers early, then heavy snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
31

4cm to 7cm2in to 3in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsLight SnowLt Snow ShwrsLt Snow Shwrs

Light snow showers, light snow, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
01

up to 1cm New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsFogCloudClear

Light snow showers first, fog then cloudy, clear sky later.

Snow falling to resort level.

This Snow Forecast for Biwako Valley, 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 Biwako Valley, 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.

Biwako Valley Snow Forecast updated at 16:39 GMT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Biwako Valley

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Biwako Valley
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrSunMonTueWedThuFriSat 7 Day
Myoko Ikenotaira2cm1in 18cm7in
Myoko Pine Valley1cm- 17cm7in
Myoko Suginohara3cm1in 15cm6in
Hakuba 478cm3in 11cm4in
Happo One8cm3in 11cm4in
Togari Onsen-11cm4in
Tsugaike Kogen3cm1in 10cm4in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Biwako Valley

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Biwako Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Biwako Valley, 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 Biwako Valley 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 Biwako Valley 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 Biwako Valley 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.