Kiroro Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Kiroro
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This is the Snow Forecast for Kiroro, Japan for 16 days from 15 March.
Updated 15 March 2025 04:33 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 15 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 16cm 6in |
| Next 7 Days | 30cm 12in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Kiroro.
Forecast for today in Kiroro
Max -2℃ 29°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 19°F and not getting above -2℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
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Updated 15 March 2025 06:41 UTC
Powder Possible :- 16cm 6in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Kiroro over the next 2 days.
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Kiroro Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Kiroro 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SE F2 | W F2 | SW F4 | ||||
| 1,180m 3,871ft | -6℃ 21°F
 +2cm +1in
| -4℃ 25°F
+8cm +3in
| -7℃ 19°F
+6cm +2in
| -6℃ 21°F
+1cm
| -5℃ 24°F
+6cm +3in
| -7℃ 20°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
 +4cm +2in
|
| SE F2 | W F2 | SW F4 | |||||
| 875m 2,871ft | -4℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+8cm +3in
| -5℃ 23°F
+6cm +2in
| -4℃ 25°F
+1cm
| -3℃ 27°F
+6cm +3in
| -5℃ 24°F
+2cm +1in
| 1℃ 34°F
+4cm +2in
|
| SE F2 | W F2 | SW F4 | |||||
| 570m 1,870ft | -2℃ 29°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+12cm +5in
| -4℃ 25°F
+8cm +3in
| -2℃ 29°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+7cm +3in
| -2℃ 28°F
 +1cm +1in
| 4℃ 39°F
|
| Snow Line | 570m 1,870ft | 570m 1,870ft | 570m 1,870ft | 570m 1,870ft | 570m 1,870ft | 570m 1,870ft | varying 669m 2,195ft |
| Max Town | -2℃ 29°F | -1℃ 31°F | -4℃ 25°F | -2℃ 29°F | 0℃ 32°F | -2℃ 28°F | 4℃ 39°F |
| Min Town | -7℃ 19°F | -5℃ 24°F | -7℃ 18°F | -8℃ 17°F | -5℃ 23°F | -6℃ 22°F | -1℃ 30°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.
Kiroro 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 -2℃ 29°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 19°F and not getting above -2℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sat
15
2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow early, then cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ 24°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
16
8cm to 12cm 3in to 5in New Snow
Cloudy early, then heavy snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -4℃ 25°F
Min -7℃ 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 18°F and not getting above -4℃ 25°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
6cm to 8cm 2in to 3in New Snow
Snow showers first, light snow then cloudy, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃ 29°F
Min -8℃ 17°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ 17°F and not getting above -2℃ 29°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
up to 1cm New Snow
Light snow showers first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 0℃ 32°F
Min -5℃ 23°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -5℃ 23°F to daytime highs around 0℃ 32°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
6cm to 7cm 3in New Snow
Light snow showers, snow showers, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -2℃ 28°F
Min -6℃ 22°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 22°F and not getting above -2℃ 28°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
20
1cm to 2cm 1in New Snow
Cloudy, light snow showers, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 4℃ 39°F
Min -1℃ 30°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 4℃ 39°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
21
up to 4cm up to 2in New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then cloudy, snow later.
Snow Line from 669m 2,195ft to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Kiroro, 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 Kiroro, 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.
Kiroro Snow Forecast updated at 04:33 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Kiroro
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niseko | 8cm 3in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Niseko Annupuri | 9cm 3in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Niseko Village/Higashiyama | 9cm 3in | 20cm 8in | |||||||
| Asarigawa Onsen | 17cm 7in | 18cm 7in | |||||||
| Niseko Kokusai Moiwa | 9cm 3in | 17cm 7in | |||||||
| Rusutsu | 5cm 2in | 13cm 5in | |||||||
| Niseko Hanazono | 4cm 2in | 10cm 4in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kiroro
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Kiroro, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Kiroro, 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 Kiroro 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 Kiroro 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 Kiroro 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.