Appi Kogen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Appi Kogen
This is the Snow and Weather for Appi Kogen from 21 January.
Updated 21 January 2026 20:06 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Appi Kogen.
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Appi Kogen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Appi Kogen?
| Next Snow Expected | 21 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 3cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 9cm 3in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
Forecast for today in Appi Kogen
Max -8℃ 17°F
Min -11℃ 12°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -11℃ 12°F and not getting above -8℃ 17°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
21
3cm 1in New Snow
Heavy snow showers first, light snow showers then clear spells, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 520m 1,706ft ).
Forecast times for Appi Kogen are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Appi Kogen has up to 15cm 6in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
JMA - at altitude
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| Wed 21 | Thu 22 | Fri 23 | Sat 24 | Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | |
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| Wind | W F2 | W F2 | W F3 | W F3 | |||
| 1,305m 4,281ft | -8℃ 17°F
 +3cm +1in
| -9℃ 17°F
 +4cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -6℃ 22°F
+2cm +1in
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| W F2 | W F2 | W F3 | W F3 | ||||
| 913m 2,994ft | -8℃ 17°F
+3cm +1in
| -9℃ 17°F
+4cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -6℃ 22°F
+2cm +1in
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| W F2 | W F2 | W F3 | W F3 | ||||
| 520m 1,706ft | -8℃ 17°F
+3cm +1in
| -9℃ 17°F
+4cm +2in
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -8℃ 17°F
+2cm +1in
| -7℃ 20°F
+1cm
| -6℃ 22°F
+2cm +1in
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| Snow Line | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft | 520m 1,706ft |
| Max Town | -8℃ 17°F | -9℃ 17°F | -8℃ 17°F | -7℃ 20°F | -8℃ 17°F | -7℃ 20°F | -6℃ 22°F |
| Min Town | -11℃ 12°F | -11℃ 12°F | -12℃ 11°F | -11℃ 11°F | -11℃ 11°F | -11℃ 11°F | -8℃ 17°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.
Snow Reliability
Appi Kogen is known for its reliable snow conditions, typically featuring a snow depth of 2 to 3 meters. Regular snowfall throughout the season ensures excellent skiing, but it's advisable to check the latest snow information on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Appi Kogen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Appi Kogen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Appi Kogen, 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 Appi Kogen 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 Appi Kogen 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 Appi Kogen 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.