Ipponsugi Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Ipponsugi
This is the Snow and Weather for Ipponsugi from 9 February.
Updated 09 February 2026 15:52 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ipponsugi.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Ipponsugi Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Ipponsugi?
| Next Snow Expected | 9 February |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 4cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 6cm 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 12cm 5in |
Forecast for today in Ipponsugi
Max -3℃ 27°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 23°F and not getting above -3℃ 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Mon
09
4cm 1in New Snow
Snow showers first, cloudy then fair, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level ( 440m 1,444ft ).
Forecast times for Ipponsugi are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Ipponsugi has up to 12cm 5in new snow forecast in the next 7 days.*
JMA - at altitude
Ipponsugi Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Mon 09 | Tue 10 | Wed 11 | Thu 12 | Fri 13 | Sat 14 | Sun 15 | |
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| Wind | NW F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 470m 1,542ft | -3℃ 27°F
 +4cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
 +3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
 | 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 49°F
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| NW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 455m 1,493ft | -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 49°F
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| NW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 440m 1,444ft | -3℃ 27°F
+4cm +1in
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+1cm
| 1℃ 34°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 9℃ 49°F
|
| Snow Line | 440m 1,444ft | 440m 1,444ft | 440m 1,444ft | 440m 1,444ft | |||
| Max Town | -3℃ 27°F | 5℃ 41°F | 3℃ 37°F | 1℃ 34°F | 1℃ 34°F | 6℃ 43°F | 9℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | -5℃ 23°F | -7℃ 19°F | 0℃ 31°F | -13℃ 9°F | -13℃ 9°F | -6℃ 21°F | -6℃ 21°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 Ipponsugi
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naeba | 16cm 6in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Yuzawa Nakazato | 16cm 6in | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Kagura | 13cm 5in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Yuzawa Kogen | 6cm 2in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Kijimadaira | 4cm 2in | 8cm 3in | |||||||
| Kawaba | 7cm 3in | 7cm 3in | |||||||
| Togari Onsen | 1cm - | 3cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Ipponsugi typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 centimeters. Regular snowfall throughout the season ensures great skiing, but always check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ipponsugi
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ipponsugi, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ipponsugi, 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 Ipponsugi 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 Ipponsugi 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 Ipponsugi 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.