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Rusutsu Snow Forecast - 22nd January 2025

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Rusutsu Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Rusutsu

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This is the Snow Forecast for Rusutsu, Japan for 15 days from 22 January.

Updated 21 January 2025 22:32 GMT.

Rusutsu Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected28 January
Next Snow Amount9cm4in
Next 48 Hours2cm1in
Next 7 Days12cm5in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Rusutsu

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
22

1cmup to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Rusutsu has 2cm1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Rusutsu Snow Report

Rusutsu Snow Depths and Conditions.
Snow Conditions-

Rusutsu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Rusutsu from OpenMeteo
Wed
22
Thu
23
Fri
24
Sat
25
Sun
26
Mon
27
Tue
28
WindSW F3
994m3,261ft
-4℃26°F
Cloud
+1cm
-2℃29°F
Cloud
+1cm
-2℃28°F
Fair
-3℃26°F
Mixed
-4℃24°F
Fair
-2℃28°F
Cloud
-4℃25°F
Snow
+9cm+4in
SW F3
697m2,287ft
-2℃29°F
Cloud
+1cm
0℃32°F
Cloud
+1cm
0℃31°F
Fair
-1℃30°F
Mixed
-2℃28°F
Fair
0℃31°F
Cloud
-2℃28°F
Snow
+9cm+4in
SE F3
400m1,312ft
0℃32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm+1in
2℃35°F
Cloud
+1cm
2℃36°F
Mixed
2℃35°F
Mixed
0℃32°F
Fair
0℃33°F
Cloud
0℃32°F
Snow
+10cm+4in
Snow Line

400m1,312ft

400m1,312ft

400m1,312ft

Max Town0℃32°F2℃35°F2℃36°F2℃35°F0℃32°F0℃33°F0℃32°F
Min Town-3℃26°F-3℃26°F-8℃17°F-5℃23°F-10℃13°F-7℃19°F-3℃27°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.

Rusutsu 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

Wed
22

1cmup to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
23

1cm New Snow

MixedCloudSnowCloud

Clear spells first, cloudy then snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
24

Snow unlikely

MixedFairMixedMixed

Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
25

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedFair

Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
26

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedFairFair

Clear spells early, then fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
27

Snow unlikely

ClearCloudMixedCloud

Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
28

9cm to 10cm4in New Snow

CloudLight SnowSnowCloud

Cloudy first, light snow then heavy snow showers, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

This Snow Forecast for Rusutsu, 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 Rusutsu, 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.

Rusutsu Snow Forecast updated at 22:32 GMT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Rusutsu

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Rusutsu
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrWedThuFriSatSunMonTue 7 Day
Niseko Hanazono4cm2in 19cm8in
Niseko Village/Higashiyama3cm1in 17cm7in
Kiroro3cm1in 16cm6in
Niseko3cm1in 16cm6in
Niseko Annupuri3cm1in 16cm6in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa3cm1in 15cm6in
Niseko Grand Hirafu3cm1in 12cm5in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Rusutsu

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