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Niseko Village/Higashiyama Snow Forecast - 18th March 2025

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Niseko Village/Higashiyama Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Niseko Village/Higashiyama

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This is the Snow Forecast for Niseko Village/Higashiyama, Japan for 16 days from 18 March.

Updated 18 March 2025 00:39 UTC.

Niseko Village/Higashiyama Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected27 March
Next Snow Amount 3cm 1in
Next 48 Hours 2cm 1in
Next 7 Days 5cm 2in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Niseko Village/Higashiyama.

Forecast for today in Niseko Village/Higashiyama

Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -11℃ 12°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -11℃ 12°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
18

Snow unlikely

CloudClearClearClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Niseko Village/Higashiyama has 2cm 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Niseko Village/Higashiyama Snow Report

Niseko Village/Higashiyama Snow Depths and Conditions.
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Niseko Village/Higashiyama 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Niseko Village/Higashiyama from OpenMeteo
Tue
18
Wed
19
Thu
20
Fri
21
Sat
22
Sun
23
Mon
24
WindSW F2SW F3NW F3SW F2
1,170m 3,839ft
-5℃ 23°F
Fair
-5℃ 23°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
-3℃ 27°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm +1in
0℃ 32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm +1in
-1℃ 30°F
Mixed
-3℃ 27°F
Mixed
0℃ 32°F
Cloud
SW F2SW F3NW F3SW F2
735m 2,411ft
-2℃ 28°F
Fair
-2℃ 28°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
0℃ 32°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
2℃ 35°F
Mixed
0℃ 32°F
Mixed
3℃ 37°F
Cloud
SW F2NW F3SW F2
300m 984ft
1℃ 34°F
Clear
1℃ 34°F
Cloud
3℃ 37°F
Mixed
+1cm
6℃ 43°F
Cloud
5℃ 41°F
Fair
3℃ 38°F
Fair
6℃ 42°F
Cloud
Snow Line

300m 984ft

300m 984ft

varying 799m 2,621ft
to 489m 1,604ft

619m 2,031ft

Max Town 1℃ 34°F 1℃ 34°F 3℃ 37°F 6℃ 43°F 5℃ 41°F 3℃ 38°F 6℃ 42°F
Min Town -11℃ 12°F -7℃ 20°F -2℃ 28°F 3℃ 38°F -1℃ 30°F -2℃ 29°F 2℃ 35°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.

Niseko Village/Higashiyama 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 1℃ 34°F
Min -11℃ 12°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -11℃ 12°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
18

Snow unlikely

CloudClearClearClear

Cloudy early, then clear sky later.

Max 1℃ 34°F
Min -7℃ 20°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -7℃ 20°F to daytime highs around 1℃ 34°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
19

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudLight Snow

Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, light snow later.

Max 3℃ 37°F
Min -2℃ 28°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 28°F and rising to 3℃ 37°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
20

1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow

SnowCloudMixedCloud

Snow showers first, cloudy then clear spells, cloudy later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 6℃ 43°F
Min 3℃ 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 38°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 43°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
21

up to 2cm up to 1in New Snow

ShwrsCloudCloudShwrs

Rain showers, cloudy, rain showers later.

Snow Line from 799m 2,621ft to 489m 1,604ft , with rain below.

Max 5℃ 41°F
Min -1℃ 30°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ 30°F and rising to 5℃ 41°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
22

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedCloudFair

Cloudy first, clear spells then cloudy, fair later.

Max 3℃ 38°F
Min -2℃ 29°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ 29°F and rising to 3℃ 38°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
23

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedFairCloud

Clear spells, fair, cloudy later.

Max 6℃ 42°F
Min 2℃ 35°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 6℃ 42°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
24

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

This Snow Forecast for Niseko Village/Higashiyama, 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 Niseko Village/Higashiyama, 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.

Niseko Village/Higashiyama Snow Forecast updated at 00:39 UTC, next update expected 06:00 UTC.

Snow Forecast near Niseko Village/Higashiyama

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko Village/Higashiyama
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Kiroro 9cm 4in 14cm 5in
Niseko Grand Hirafu 4cm 1in 9cm 4in
Niseko 2cm 1in 7cm 3in
Niseko Annupuri 2cm 1in 4cm 2in
Rusutsu 2cm 1in 4cm 2in
Niseko Hanazono 1cm - 3cm 1in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa 1cm 1in 2cm 1in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niseko Village/Higashiyama

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Niseko Village/Higashiyama, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Niseko Village/Higashiyama, 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 Village/Higashiyama 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 Village/Higashiyama 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 Village/Higashiyama 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.