Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu, Japan for 16 days from 18 January.
Updated 18 January 2025 15:37 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 22 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm |
| Next 48 Hours | - |
| Next 7 Days | 10cm |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Niseko Grand Hirafu.
Forecast for today in Niseko Grand Hirafu
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.
Niseko Grand Hirafu has very light new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Report
| Snow Conditions | - |
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Niseko Grand Hirafu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sat 18 | Sun 19 | Mon 20 | Tue 21 | Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,308m | -12℃
| -5℃
| -4℃
| -5℃
 | -6℃
+1cm
| -5℃
 +2cm
| -8℃
|
| 804m | -8℃
| -2℃
| 0℃
| -2℃
| -2℃
+1cm
| -2℃
+2cm
| -5℃
|
| 300m | -6℃
| 1℃
| 3℃
| 0℃
| 1℃
+1cm
| 1℃
+1cm
| -2℃
|
| Snow Line | 300m | 300m | 300m | 300m | |||
| Max Town | -6℃ | 1℃ | 3℃ | 0℃ | 1℃ | 1℃ | -2℃ |
| Min Town | -13℃ | -8℃ | -6℃ | -6℃ | -8℃ | -8℃ | -8℃ |
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 Grand Hirafu 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.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, clear spells, fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
20
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fog later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
21
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
22
1cm New Snow
Clear spells first, cloudy then clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
23
1cm to 2cm New Snow
Cloudy first, fair then clear spells, light snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
24
Snow unlikely
Clear spells.
This Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu, 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 Grand Hirafu, 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 Grand Hirafu Snow Forecast updated at 15:37 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Niseko Grand Hirafu
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiroro | - | 10cm | |||||||
| Niseko Kokusai Moiwa | 1cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Niseko Village/Higashiyama | 1cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Rusutsu | - | 7cm | |||||||
| Niseko | 2cm | 14cm | |||||||
| Niseko Annupuri | 1cm | 6cm | |||||||
| Niseko Hanazono | 1cm | 8cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Niseko Grand Hirafu
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Niseko Grand Hirafu, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Niseko Grand Hirafu, 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 Grand Hirafu 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 Grand Hirafu 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 Grand Hirafu 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.