Tsubetsu Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 01 November 2026 11:42 NZDT
Snow Forecast for Tsubetsu
Snow and Weather from 1 November.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Tsubetsu Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Tsubetsu?
| Next Snow Expected | 2 November |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2cm |
| Next 48 Hours | 2cm |
| Next 7 Days | 2cm |
Forecast for today in Tsubetsu
Max 5℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
01
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, heavy snow showers later.
Forecast times for Tsubetsu are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Tsubetsu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Sun 01 | Mon 02 | Tue 03 | Wed 04 | Thu 05 | Fri 06 | Sat 07 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | S F2 | ||||||
| 945m | 2℃
| -1℃
+2cm
| 2℃
 | 0℃
| 6℃
 | 8℃
| -2℃
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 718m | 3℃
| 1℃
+2cm
| 4℃
| 2℃
 | 7℃
| 10℃
| -1℃
|
| S F2 | |||||||
| 490m | 5℃
| 2℃
+2cm
| 5℃
 | 3℃
| 9℃
| 11℃
| 1℃
|
| Snow Line | 490m | 628m | varying 721m | 705m | |||
| Max Town | 5℃ | 2℃ | 5℃ | 3℃ | 9℃ | 11℃ | 1℃ |
| Min Town | -3℃ | -4℃ | -3℃ | -3℃ | -2℃ | 1℃ | -3℃ |
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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How reliable is the snow in Tsubetsu?
Tsubetsu enjoys reliable snow conditions, with an average snow depth of 150 cm during peak season. Regular snowfall ensures excellent skiing throughout the winter; check J2Ski for the latest snow updates and conditions.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Tsubetsu
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Tsubetsu, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Tsubetsu, 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 Tsubetsu 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 Tsubetsu 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 Tsubetsu 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.