Kagura Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kagura
This is the Snow Forecast for Kagura, Japan for 16 days from 17 November.
Updated 16 November 2025 22:37 UTC.
Forecast times for Kagura are in Japan Time (Asia/Tokyo).
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kagura.
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Kagura Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Kagura?
| Next Snow Expected | 18 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 23cm 9in |
| Next 48 Hours | 30cm 12in |
| Next 7 Days | 33cm 13in |
Forecast for today in Kagura
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, cloudy later.
Powder Alert!
Updated 17 November 2025 00:38 UTC
Powder Possible :- 30cm 12in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Kagura over the next 2 days.
Kagura Snow Report
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| Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | |
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| Wind | NW F3 | ||||||
| 1,845m 6,053ft | 12℃ 54°F
 | 1℃ 34°F
 +23cm +9in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +7cm +3in
| 2℃ 35°F
| 4℃ 38°F
 | -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
| 5℃ 40°F
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| NW F2 | |||||||
| 1,233m 4,044ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+23cm +9in
| -1℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| 4℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 43°F
| 1℃ 33°F
+4cm +1in
| 7℃ 45°F
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| 620m 2,034ft | 12℃ 54°F
| 1℃ 34°F
+11cm +4in
| -1℃ 31°F
+7cm +3in
| 7℃ 45°F
| 11℃ 52°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 10℃ 49°F
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| Snow Line | varying 939m 3,081ft | 620m 2,034ft | varying 1,289m 4,229ft | ||||
| Max Town | 12℃ 54°F | 1℃ 34°F | -1℃ 31°F | 7℃ 45°F | 11℃ 52°F | 5℃ 40°F | 10℃ 49°F |
| Min Town | 2℃ 35°F | -3℃ 26°F | -4℃ 24°F | -4℃ 24°F | 2℃ 36°F | 1℃ 33°F | 0℃ 32°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.
Kagura 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.
Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 12℃ 54°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
17
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -3℃ 26°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ 26°F and rising to 1℃ 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Tue
18
11cm to 23cm 4in to 9in New Snow
Cloudy first, patchy snow then heavy snow, light snow later.
Snow Line from 939m 3,081ft to resort level.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -4℃ 24°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Wed
19
7cm 3in New Snow
Clear spells, fair, clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
20
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then fair later.
Max 11℃ 52°F
Min 2℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 52°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
21
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, rain showers later.
Max 5℃ 40°F
Min 1℃ 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 1℃ 33°F to daytime highs around 5℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
22
up to 3cm up to 1in New Snow
Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.
Snow Line from 1,289m 4,229ft to 819m 2,687ft , with rain below.
Max 10℃ 49°F
Min 0℃ 32°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ 32°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 49°F
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
23
Snow unlikely
Fair, cloudy, fair later.
This Snow Forecast for Kagura, 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 Kagura, 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.
Kagura Snow Forecast updated at 22:37 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Kagura
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzawa Nakazato | 25cm 10in | 25cm 10in | |||||||
| Naeba | 21cm 8in | 23cm 9in | |||||||
| Kijimadaira | 11cm 4in | 12cm 5in | |||||||
| Ipponsugi | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Kawaba | 1cm - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Yuzawa Kogen | 6cm 2in | 6cm 2in |
Snow Reliability
Kagura is known for its impressive snow reliability, typically boasting a snow depth of 2 to 4 meters. The resort experiences consistent snowfall throughout the season, so check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kagura
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kagura, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kagura, 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 Kagura 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 Kagura 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 Kagura 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.