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.
| Next Snow Expected | 27 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
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
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Niseko Village/Higashiyama 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Tue 18 | Wed 19 | Thu 20 | Fri 21 | Sat 22 | Sun 23 | Mon 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | SW F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | |||
| 1,170m 3,839ft | -5℃ 23°F
 | -5℃ 23°F
 | -3℃ 27°F
+2cm +1in
| 0℃ 32°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 30°F
| -3℃ 27°F
| 0℃ 32°F
 |
| SW F2 | SW F3 | NW F3 | SW F2 | ||||
| 735m 2,411ft | -2℃ 28°F
| -2℃ 28°F
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm
| 3℃ 37°F
| 2℃ 35°F
| 0℃ 32°F
| 3℃ 37°F
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| SW F2 | NW F3 | SW F2 | |||||
| 300m 984ft | 1℃ 34°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+1cm
| 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 3℃ 38°F
| 6℃ 42°F
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| Snow Line | 300m 984ft | 300m 984ft | varying 799m 2,621ft | 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | 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.