Nara Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Nara
This is the Snow and Weather for Nara from 25 January.
Updated 24 January 2026 23:14 UTC.
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Nara.
There is some snow in the long-range forecast (8 to 16 days from today)!
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Nara Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Nara?
| Next Snow Expected | 25 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 7cm 3in |
| Next 48 Hours | 10cm 4in |
| Next 7 Days | 36cm 14in |
Forecast for today in Nara
Max 4℃ 40°F
Min -4℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ 24°F and rising to 4℃ 40°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sun
25
4cm to 6cm 2in to 3in New Snow
Heavy snow early, then light snow later.
Snow Line from 1,295m 4,249ft to resort level ( 880m 2,887ft ).
Forecast times for Nara are in Zurich (Europe/Zurich) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 25 January 2026 02:20 UTC
Powder Possible :- 23cm 9in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Nara over the next 3 days.
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ECMWF IFS - at altitude
Nara Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | Ski Area Closed |
|---|---|
| Planned Closing | |
| Sunday 29th March 2026 | |
The ski area is reported to be closed.
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| Sun 25 | Mon 26 | Tue 27 | Wed 28 | Thu 29 | Fri 30 | Sat 31 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 2,120m 6,955ft | -4℃ 24°F
+6cm +3in
| -5℃ 22°F
 | -6℃ 22°F
+3cm +1in
| -4℃ 24°F
 +13cm +5in
| -5℃ 24°F
 | -4℃ 26°F
+1cm
| -6℃ 20°F
 +12cm +5in
|
| 1,500m 4,921ft | 0℃ 32°F
+7cm +3in
| -1℃ 31°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+3cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+14cm +5in
| 0℃ 32°F
| 1℃ 34°F
| -2℃ 28°F
+12cm +5in
|
| 880m 2,887ft | 4℃ 40°F
+4cm +2in
| 3℃ 38°F
| 3℃ 37°F
+3cm +1in
| 3℃ 38°F
+8cm +3in
| 4℃ 39°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 2℃ 35°F
+8cm +3in
|
| Snow Line | varying 1,295m 4,249ft | varying 1,003m 3,291ft | varying 1,172m 3,845ft | 880m 2,887ft | varying 1,388m 4,554ft | varying 911m 2,989ft | |
| Max Town | 4℃ 40°F | 3℃ 38°F | 3℃ 37°F | 3℃ 38°F | 4℃ 39°F | 5℃ 41°F | 2℃ 35°F |
| Min Town | -4℃ 24°F | -12℃ 10°F | -14℃ 6°F | -1℃ 30°F | -10℃ 13°F | -9℃ 16°F | -5℃ 23°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 Nara
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alpe Arera | 15cm 6in | 44cm 17in | |||||||
| Splügen / Rheinwald | 5cm 2in | 38cm 15in | |||||||
| Sedrun | 5cm 2in | 37cm 14in | |||||||
| Andermatt | 6cm 3in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Madesimo | 6cm 2in | 36cm 14in | |||||||
| Goms / Obergoms | 8cm 3in | 31cm 12in | |||||||
| Disentis Sedrun | 6cm 2in | 28cm 11in |
Snow Reliability
Nara experiences consistent snowfall, with an average snow depth of 2 meters during peak season. For the latest updates on snow conditions, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate and timely information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Nara
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Nara, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Nara, 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 Nara 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 Nara 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 Nara 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.