Niseko 7-Day Snow Forecast

Niseko Snow Forecast - 7 day

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Updated 02 May 2026 11:40 BST

7-Day Snow Forecast for Niseko

1-week from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Niseko 7-Day Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Niseko?

Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (804m)
Next Snow Expected	5 May
Next Snow Amount	5cm 2in
Next 48 Hours	- -
Next 7 Days	5cm 2in

7-Day Snow Outlook for Niseko

Snowfall

Snow Line

Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 1℃ 34°F

8cm 3in New Snow

Snow Line from 962m 3,156ft to resort level ( 300m 984ft ).

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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 10℃ 51°F
Min 5℃ 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

Clear spells, clear sky, fair later.

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

Max 16℃ 60°F
Min 5℃ 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 60°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
03

Snow unlikely

Clear spells first, drizzle then light drizzle, rain showers later.

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 6℃ 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall

Snow Line

Mon
04

up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow

Light rain first, drizzle then light rain, snow showers later.

Snow falling to 962m 3,156ft , with rain below.

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

Max 13℃ 56°F
Min 1℃ 34°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 34°F to daytime highs around 13℃ 56°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall

Snow Line

Tue
05

up to 6cm up to 2in New Snow

Clear sky.

Snow Line from 685m 2,247ft to resort level ( 300m 984ft ).

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 8℃ 47°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 8℃ 47°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
06

Snow unlikely

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

Max 15℃ 59°F
Min 7℃ 45°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 7℃ 45°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 59°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
07

Snow unlikely

Clear spells first, light rain then drizzle, light drizzle later.

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 5℃ 42°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 42°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
08

Snow unlikely

Fair first, clear sky then clear spells, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

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 11:40 BST, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Niseko

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko
Ski Area	48 Hr	7 Day
Kiroro	-	13cm 5in
Niseko Grand Hirafu	2cm 1in	8cm 3in
Niseko Village/Higashiyama	-	6cm 2in
Niseko Annupuri	-	5cm 2in
Niseko Hanazono	-	5cm 2in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa	-	4cm 2in
Rusutsu	-	3cm 1in

Snow Reliability

Niseko is famous for its reliable snowfall, often receiving over 15 meters each season and maintaining excellent snow depth. To ensure you have the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information on snow quality and weather forecasts.