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Ipponsugi Snow Forecast - 2nd May 2026

Ipponsugi Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 02 May 2026 22:41 NZST

Snow Forecast for Ipponsugi

Snow and Weather from 2 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Ipponsugi Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Ipponsugi?

Ipponsugi Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (455m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Ipponsugi.

Forecast for today in Ipponsugi

Max 17℃
Min 12℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 12℃ to daytime highs around 17℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
02

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Forecast times for Ipponsugi are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Ipponsugi from OpenMeteo(JMA)
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
Fri
08
WindS F2
470m
17℃
Clear
20℃
Cloud
17℃
Cloud
17℃
Clear
19℃
Fair
22℃
Clear
18℃
Cloud
S F2
455m
17℃
Clear
20℃
Cloud
18℃
Cloud
17℃
Clear
19℃
Fair
22℃
Clear
18℃
Cloud
S F2
440m
17℃
Clear
20℃
Cloud
18℃
Cloud
17℃
Clear
19℃
Fair
22℃
Clear
18℃
Cloud
Snow Line
Max Town17℃20℃18℃17℃19℃22℃18℃
Min Town12℃12℃8℃6℃7℃9℃10℃

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 Ipponsugi

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Ipponsugi
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Kagura-6cm
Naeba-5cm
Kawaba-1cm

Snow Reliability

Ipponsugi typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 centimeters. Regular snowfall throughout the season ensures great skiing, but always check J2Ski for the latest snow conditions.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ipponsugi

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