Norikura Kogen Onsen Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Norikura Kogen Onsen
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This is the Snow Forecast for Norikura Kogen Onsen, Japan for 15 days from 13 January.
Updated 13 January 2025 05:39 NZDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 14 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 5cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 13cm |
| Next 7 Days | 13cm |
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Forecast for today in Norikura Kogen Onsen
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
13
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, light snow later.
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Updated 13 January 2025 17:43 NZDT
Powder Possible :- 12cm of Fresh Snow is forecast for Norikura Kogen Onsen over the next 2 days.
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Norikura Kogen Onsen Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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| Snow Conditions |
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Norikura Kogen Onsen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Mon 13 | Tue 14 | Wed 15 | Thu 16 | Fri 17 | Sat 18 | Sun 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SW F3 | W F3 | W F3 | SW F2 | ||
| 2,000m | -7℃
 | -5℃
 +5cm
| -5℃
 +8cm
| -8℃
| -7℃
| -6℃
| -2℃
 |
| NW F2 | SW F3 | W F3 | W F2 | ||||
| 1,775m | -7℃
| -5℃
+5cm
| -5℃
+7cm
| -6℃
| -5℃
| -3℃
| 0℃
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| NW F2 | SW F3 | W F3 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,550m | -7℃
| -5℃
+5cm
| -5℃
+7cm
| -5℃
 | -4℃
| -2℃
| 1℃
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| Snow Line | 1,550m | 1,550m | 1,550m | ||||
| Max Town | -7℃ | -5℃ | -5℃ | -5℃ | -4℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ |
| Min Town | -10℃ | -8℃ | -11℃ | -11℃ | -14℃ | -12℃ | -7℃ |
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 at a glance
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snow to resort | Snow to resort |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Norikura Kogen Onsen.
Norikura Kogen Onsen 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
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
13
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, light snow later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
14
5cm New Snow
Fair first, clear spells then snow showers, heavy snow later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
15
7cm to 8cm New Snow
Heavy snow, light snow, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
16
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
17
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
18
Snow unlikely
Clear sky.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
19
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
This Snow Forecast for Norikura Kogen Onsen, 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 Norikura Kogen Onsen, 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.
Norikura Kogen Onsen Snow Forecast updated at 05:39 NZDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Norikura Kogen Onsen
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotaka Olympia | 38cm | 38cm |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Norikura Kogen Onsen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Norikura Kogen Onsen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Norikura Kogen Onsen, 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 Norikura Kogen Onsen 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 Norikura Kogen Onsen 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 Norikura Kogen Onsen 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.