Bandai Kokusai Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Bandai Kokusai
This is the Snow and Weather for Bandai Kokusai from 13 January.
Updated 13 January 2026 17:13 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Bandai Kokusai.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Bandai Kokusai Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Bandai Kokusai?
| Next Snow Expected | 13 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 12cm 5in |
| Next 7 Days | 15cm 6in |
Forecast for today in Bandai Kokusai
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 27°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
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5cm 2in New Snow
Clear spells first, snow then heavy snow, light snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 660m 2,165ft ).
Forecast times for Bandai Kokusai are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 13 January 2026 20:12 UTC
Powder Possible :- 12cm 5in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Bandai Kokusai over the next 2 days.
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JMA - at altitude
Bandai Kokusai Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Tue 13 | Wed 14 | Thu 15 | Fri 16 | Sat 17 | Sun 18 | Mon 19 | |
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| Wind | SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F3 | |||
| 1,050m 3,445ft | 4℃ 40°F
 +5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +7cm +3in
| 5℃ 40°F
 | 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 40°F
 | -2℃ 28°F
| 3℃ 37°F
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| SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F3 | ||||
| 855m 2,805ft | 4℃ 40°F
+5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+7cm +3in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| 3℃ 37°F
|
| SW F2 | NW F3 | NW F2 | NW F3 | ||||
| 660m 2,165ft | 4℃ 40°F
+5cm +2in
| -3℃ 27°F
+7cm +3in
| 5℃ 40°F
| 3℃ 37°F
| 4℃ 40°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| 3℃ 37°F
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| Snow Line | 660m 2,165ft | 660m 2,165ft | 660m 2,165ft | 660m 2,165ft | 660m 2,165ft | 660m 2,165ft | |
| Max Town | 4℃ 40°F | -3℃ 27°F | 5℃ 40°F | 3℃ 37°F | 4℃ 40°F | -2℃ 28°F | 3℃ 37°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -5℃ 22°F | -4℃ 26°F | 0℃ 32°F | -1℃ 30°F | -7℃ 20°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 Forecast near Bandai Kokusai
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nozawa Onsen | 11cm 4in | 29cm 12in | |||||||
| Alts Bandai | 12cm 5in | 15cm 6in | |||||||
| Yonezawa | 6cm 2in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Inawashiro | 8cm 3in | 11cm 4in | |||||||
| Aizu Kogen Takahata | 8cm 3in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Aizu Kogen Daikurayama | 6cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Aizu Kogen Takatsue | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Bandai Kokusai typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of around 2 meters during peak season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski for updates and forecasts.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Bandai Kokusai
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Bandai Kokusai, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Bandai Kokusai, 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 Bandai Kokusai 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 Bandai Kokusai 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 Bandai Kokusai 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.