Ajigasawa Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 20 May 2026 03:40 UTC
Snow Forecast for Ajigasawa
Snow and Weather from 20 May.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Ajigasawa Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Ajigasawa?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Ajigasawa. |
Forecast for today in Ajigasawa
Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 10℃ 50°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 10℃ 50°F to daytime highs around 20℃ 68°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, clear spells, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Ajigasawa are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
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| Wed 20 | Thu 21 | Fri 22 | Sat 23 | Sun 24 | Mon 25 | Tue 26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | E F2 | E F4 | S F3 | SW F4 | W F2 | ||
| 921m 3,022ft | 17℃ 62°F
| 11℃ 52°F
 | 13℃ 56°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
| 11℃ 51°F
 | 10℃ 49°F
| 9℃ 49°F
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| E F2 | E F4 | S F3 | SW F4 | W F2 | |||
| 659m 2,160ft | 18℃ 65°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 15℃ 59°F
| 11℃ 53°F
| 12℃ 54°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 11℃ 52°F
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| E F2 | E F4 | S F3 | SW F4 | W F2 | |||
| 396m 1,299ft | 20℃ 68°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 17℃ 62°F
| 13℃ 56°F
| 14℃ 57°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 55°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 20℃ 68°F | 15℃ 58°F | 17℃ 62°F | 13℃ 56°F | 14℃ 57°F | 13℃ 55°F | 13℃ 55°F |
| Min Town | 10℃ 50°F | 9℃ 48°F | 8℃ 46°F | 7℃ 45°F | 12℃ 53°F | 12℃ 53°F | 11℃ 53°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.
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Snow Reliability
Ajigasawa typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths of around 3 to 4 meters throughout the season. For the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ajigasawa
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ajigasawa, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ajigasawa, 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 Ajigasawa 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 Ajigasawa 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 Ajigasawa 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.