Niseko Annupuri Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 10:40 UTC
Snow Forecast for Niseko Annupuri
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
There is a useful amount of snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Niseko Annupuri Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Niseko Annupuri?
| Next Snow Expected | 30 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | - - |
Forecast for today in Niseko Annupuri
Max -1℃ 30°F
Min -3℃ 27°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -3℃ 27°F and not getting above -1℃ 30°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
21
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear sky, clear spells later.
Forecast times for Niseko Annupuri are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SE F2 | |||||
| 1,156m 3,793ft | -7℃ 20°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 35°F
 +1cm
| -2℃ 29°F
| 0℃ 31°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 4℃ 38°F
|
| NW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 728m 2,388ft | -4℃ 25°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 2℃ 36°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 6℃ 43°F
|
| NW F2 | SE F2 | ||||||
| 300m 984ft | -1℃ 30°F
| 7℃ 44°F
| 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 38°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 8℃ 46°F
| 9℃ 48°F
|
| Snow Line | varying 777m 2,549ft | ||||||
| Max Town | -1℃ 30°F | 7℃ 44°F | 7℃ 45°F | 4℃ 38°F | 5℃ 41°F | 8℃ 46°F | 9℃ 48°F |
| Min Town | -3℃ 27°F | -2℃ 29°F | -1℃ 30°F | -4℃ 26°F | -5℃ 24°F | -2℃ 28°F | -1℃ 31°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 Niseko Annupuri
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rusutsu | 1cm - | 22cm 9in | |||||||
| Kiroro | 4cm 2in | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Niseko | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Niseko Grand Hirafu | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Niseko Hanazono | 1cm - | 1cm - | |||||||
| Niseko Village/Higashiyama | 1cm - | 1cm - |
Snow Reliability
Niseko Annupuri is known for its exceptional snow reliability, with average snow depths reaching 13 meters and consistent snowfall throughout the season. To stay updated on the latest snow conditions, visit J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niseko Annupuri
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Niseko Annupuri, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Niseko Annupuri, 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 Niseko Annupuri 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 Niseko Annupuri 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 Niseko Annupuri 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.