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Niseko Snow Forecast - 2nd April 2025

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Niseko Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Niseko

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Niseko, Japan for 16 days from 2 April.

Updated 02 April 2025 15:34 BST.

Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected2 April
Next Snow Amount 6cm 2in
Next 48 Hours 11cm 4in
Next 7 Days 12cm 5in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Niseko

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
02

2cm to 7cm 1in to 3in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLight SnowLight Snow

Light snow, light snow at altitude, light snow later.

Snow Line from 469m 1,539ft to resort level.

Niseko has 11cm 4in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Niseko Snow Report

Snow report from Rusutsu (near Niseko)

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Niseko 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Niseko from OpenMeteo
Wed
02
Thu
03
Fri
04
Sat
05
Sun
06
Mon
07
Tue
08
Wind
1,308m 4,291ft
-3℃ 27°F
Light Snow
+7cm +3in
-3℃ 27°F
Light Snow
+4cm +2in
-3℃ 27°F
Cloud
2℃ 35°F
Mixed
4℃ 40°F
Cloud
6℃ 42°F
Cloud
1℃ 34°F
Light Snow
NW F2
804m 2,638ft
1℃ 33°F
Light Snow
+6cm +2in
0℃ 32°F
Light Snow
+3cm +1in
1℃ 33°F
Cloud
4℃ 39°F
Mixed
7℃ 45°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Cloud
3℃ 37°F
Snow
300m 984ft
4℃ 39°F
Light Snow
+2cm +1in
4℃ 39°F
Light Snow
+1cm
4℃ 39°F
Cloud
8℃ 47°F
Mixed
11℃ 51°F
Cloud
12℃ 54°F
Cloud
8℃ 46°F
Lt Rain
Snow Line

varying 469m 1,539ft
to 300m 984ft

varying 419m 1,375ft
to 300m 984ft

varying 319m 1,047ft
to 300m 984ft

varying 809m 2,654ft
to 779m 2,556ft

Max Town 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 39°F 4℃ 39°F 8℃ 47°F 11℃ 51°F 12℃ 54°F 8℃ 46°F
Min Town 0℃ 33°F 0℃ 33°F 0℃ 33°F 1℃ 33°F 5℃ 40°F 4℃ 40°F 5℃ 40°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 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 0℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
02

2cm to 7cm 1in to 3in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLight SnowLight Snow

Light snow, light snow at altitude, light snow later.

Snow Line from 469m 1,539ft to resort level.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
03

1cm to 4cm up to 2in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLight SnowMixed

Light snow early, then clear spells later.

Snow Line from 419m 1,375ft to resort level.

Max 4℃ 39°F
Min 0℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 4℃ 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
04

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedFair

Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.

Max 8℃ 47°F
Min 1℃ 33°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 47°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedMixedCloud

Cloudy, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudFog

Cloudy early, then fog later.

Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 4℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
07

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudCloudCloud

Clear spells early, then cloudy later.

Max 8℃ 46°F
Min 5℃ 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 8℃ 46°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
08

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedLt RainCloud

Cloudy first, clear spells then light rain, cloudy later.

This Snow Forecast for Niseko, 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, 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 Snow Forecast updated at 15:34 BST, next update expected 18:00 BST.

Snow Forecast near Niseko

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Kiroro 16cm 6in 16cm 6in
Niseko Village/Higashiyama 12cm 5in 13cm 5in
Niseko Annupuri 12cm 5in 12cm 5in
Niseko Grand Hirafu 11cm 4in 11cm 4in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa 10cm 4in 10cm 4in
Rusutsu 8cm 3in 8cm 3in
Niseko Hanazono 7cm 3in 7cm 3in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niseko

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