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Kijimadaira Snow Forecast - 5th March 2026

Kijimadaira Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 05 March 2026 23:41 NZDT

Snow Forecast for Kijimadaira

Snow and Weather from 5 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Kijimadaira Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Kijimadaira?

Kijimadaira Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (870m)
Next Snow Expected8 March
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours-
Next 7 Days6cm

Forecast for today in Kijimadaira

Max 4℃
Min -1℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of -1℃ to daytime highs around 4℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
05

Snow unlikely

FairMixedClearFair

Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Kijimadaira from OpenMeteo(JMA)
Thu
05
Fri
06
Sat
07
Sun
08
Mon
09
Tue
10
Wed
11
WindSW F2
1,271m
-3℃
Mixed
7℃
Mixed
4℃
Light Snow
+5cm
-5℃
Light Snow
+3cm
-3℃
Clear
-5℃
Light Snow
+4cm
-2℃
Clear
870m
1℃
Fair
10℃
Mixed
7℃
Mixed
-2℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+2cm
-1℃
Clear
-2℃
Light Snow
+4cm
1℃
Clear
S F2
469m
4℃
Mixed
12℃
Mixed
8℃
Fair
1℃
Light Snow
+1cm
2℃
Clear
1℃
Light Snow
+3cm
3℃
Clear
Snow Line

varying 731m
to 469m

469m

469m

Max Town4℃12℃8℃1℃2℃1℃3℃
Min Town-1℃-2℃-2℃-3℃-8℃-8℃-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.

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Snow Forecast near Kijimadaira

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Kijimadaira
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DayThFrSaSuMoTuWe
Gala Yuzawa6cm 21cm
Yuzawa Kogen6cm 21cm
Cupid Valley6cm 12cm
Kagura4cm 11cm
Madarao6cm 11cm
Myoko Ikenotaira2cm 8cm
Myoko Pine Valley1cm 6cm

Snow Reliability

Kijimadaira enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average snow depth of around 1.5 meters during peak season. To stay updated on the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for current information on snowfall and snowmelt.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Kijimadaira

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