Biwako Valley Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 April 2026 10:42 UTC
Snow Forecast for Biwako Valley
Snow and Weather from 1 April.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Biwako Valley Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Biwako Valley?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Biwako Valley. |
Forecast for today in Biwako Valley
Max 7℃ 45°F
Min 4℃ 39°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ 39°F to daytime highs around 7℃ 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy first, rain showers then light rain, rain later.
Forecast times for Biwako Valley are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
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| Wed 01 | Thu 02 | Fri 03 | Sat 04 | Sun 05 | Mon 06 | Tue 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | W F2 | S F3 | |||||
| 1,174m 3,852ft | 6℃ 43°F
| 5℃ 40°F
| 8℃ 45°F
 | 10℃ 50°F
 | 9℃ 48°F
 | 12℃ 54°F
| 12℃ 53°F
|
| W F2 | S F3 | ||||||
| 1,057m 3,468ft | 7℃ 44°F
| 5℃ 41°F
| 8℃ 47°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 13℃ 55°F
| 13℃ 55°F
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 940m 3,084ft | 7℃ 45°F
| 4℃ 39°F
| 10℃ 49°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| 11℃ 51°F
| 14℃ 56°F
| 13℃ 56°F
|
| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 7℃ 45°F | 4℃ 39°F | 10℃ 49°F | 12℃ 53°F | 11℃ 51°F | 14℃ 56°F | 13℃ 56°F |
| Min Town | 4℃ 39°F | 2℃ 35°F | 2℃ 36°F | 6℃ 43°F | 8℃ 46°F | 6℃ 43°F | 6℃ 44°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 Biwako Valley
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | We | Th | Fr | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Myoko Suginohara | 10cm 4in | 10cm 4in | |||||||
| Happo One | 5cm 2in | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Tsugaike Kogen | 3cm 1in | 3cm 1in | |||||||
| Hakuba 47 | 2cm 1in | 2cm 1in |
Snow Reliability
Biwako Valley typically sees a snow depth of around 1 to 2 meters throughout the season, with reliable snowfall from December to March. For the latest snow conditions, check updates on J2Ski.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Biwako Valley
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Biwako Valley, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Biwako Valley, 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 Biwako Valley 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 Biwako Valley 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 Biwako Valley 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.