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Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Forecast - 26th March 2025

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Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu

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This is the Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu, Japan for 16 days from 26 March.

Updated 26 March 2025 06:33 GMT.

Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected27 March
Next Snow Amount 5cm 2in
Next 48 Hours 7cm 3in
Next 7 Days 14cm 6in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Niseko Grand Hirafu.

Forecast for today in Niseko Grand Hirafu

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
26

up to 1cm New Snow

Light SnowFairCloudCloud

Light snow, fair, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 509m 1,670ft to resort level.

Niseko Grand Hirafu has 7cm 3in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Report

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Niseko Grand Hirafu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu from OpenMeteo
Wed
26
Thu
27
Fri
28
Sat
29
Sun
30
Mon
31
Tue
01
WindSW F3SE F2NW F2SW F3SW F4SW F3SE F2
1,308m 4,291ft
-1℃ 30°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-2℃ 29°F
Light Snow
+5cm +2in
0℃ 33°F
Cloud
+1cm
-5℃ 23°F
Clear
-4℃ 24°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+7cm +3in
-7℃ 20°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
-3℃ 27°F
Fair
SW F3SE F2NW F2SW F3SW F4SW F3SE F2
804m 2,638ft
2℃ 36°F
Cloud
1℃ 35°F
Light Snow
+5cm +2in
4℃ 38°F
Cloud
+1cm
-2℃ 29°F
Clear
-1℃ 30°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+7cm +3in
-3℃ 26°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
0℃ 33°F
Fair
SW F3SE F2NW F2SW F3SW F4SW F3S F3
300m 984ft
4℃ 39°F
Cloud
3℃ 38°F
Light Snow
+6cm +2in
6℃ 42°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
1℃ 34°F
Clear
2℃ 36°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+5cm +2in
0℃ 31°F
Mixed
4℃ 39°F
Fair
Snow Line

varying 509m 1,670ft
to 300m 984ft

300m 984ft

varying 399m 1,309ft
to 300m 984ft

300m 984ft

300m 984ft

Max Town 4℃ 39°F 3℃ 38°F 6℃ 42°F 1℃ 34°F 2℃ 36°F 0℃ 31°F 4℃ 39°F
Min Town -1℃ 30°F 0℃ 32°F -1℃ 29°F -3℃ 27°F -4℃ 25°F -4℃ 24°F -1℃ 30°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.

Niseko Grand Hirafu 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 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
26

up to 1cm New Snow

Light SnowFairCloudCloud

Light snow, fair, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 509m 1,670ft to resort level.

Max 3℃ 38°F
Min 0℃ 32°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 3℃ 38°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
27

5cm to 6cm 2in New Snow

Light SnowSnowCloudFog

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

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 6℃ 42°F
Min -1℃ 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 29°F and rising to 6℃ 42°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
28

up to 1cm New Snow

Lt RainCloudLt Snow ShwrsMixed

Light rain first, cloudy then light snow showers, clear spells later.

Snow Line from 399m 1,309ft to resort level.

Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -3℃ 27°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -3℃ 27°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
29

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearCloud

Fair, clear sky, cloudy later.

Max 2℃ 36°F
Min -4℃ 25°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 25°F and rising to 2℃ 36°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
30

5cm to 7cm 2in to 3in New Snow

Hvy SnowMixedMixedSnow

Heavy snow, clear spells, snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 0℃ 31°F
Min -4℃ 24°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 24°F and not getting above 0℃ 31°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
31

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedFair

Clear spells early, then fair later.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ 30°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
01

Snow unlikely

CloudFairMixedFair

Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, fair later.

This Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu, 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 Niseko Grand Hirafu, 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.

Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Forecast updated at 06:33 GMT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Niseko Grand Hirafu

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko Grand Hirafu
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Kiroro 8cm 3in 17cm 7in
Rusutsu 7cm 3in 15cm 6in
Niseko 8cm 3in 14cm 5in
Niseko Hanazono 5cm 2in 11cm 4in
Niseko Village/Higashiyama 7cm 3in 11cm 4in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa 6cm 2in 10cm 4in
Niseko Annupuri 7cm 3in 9cm 4in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niseko Grand Hirafu

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