Yuzawa Kogen Snow Report and Forecast
Updated 21 March 2026 11:41 NZDT
Snow Forecast for Yuzawa Kogen
Snow and Weather from 21 March.
For Forecast detail, see below.
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Yuzawa Kogen Snow Forecast Highlights
When will there be fresh snow in Yuzawa Kogen?
| Next Snow? | |
|---|---|
| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Yuzawa Kogen. |
Forecast for today in Yuzawa Kogen
Max 5℃
Min -1℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 5℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
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up to 1cm New Snow
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Snow falling to resort level (330m).
Forecast times for Yuzawa Kogen are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
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| Sat 21 | Sun 22 | Mon 23 | Tue 24 | Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | ||||||
| 1,170m | -1℃
+1cm
| 7℃
| 7℃
 | 3℃
 +1cm
| 4℃
| 6℃
| 10℃
|
| 750m | 2℃
| 10℃
| 10℃
| 6℃
| 7℃
| 9℃
| 12℃
|
| 330m | 5℃
| 13℃
| 13℃
| 9℃
 | 9℃
| 12℃
| 15℃
|
| Snow Line | 330m | varying 899m | varying 868m | ||||
| Max Town | 5℃ | 13℃ | 13℃ | 9℃ | 9℃ | 12℃ | 15℃ |
| Min Town | -1℃ | -2℃ | 4℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ | 2℃ | 0℃ |
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 Yuzawa Kogen
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawaba | - | 14cm | |||||||
| Naeba | 1cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Kagura | 1cm | 6cm | |||||||
| Kijimadaira | - | 1cm | |||||||
| Togari Onsen | - | 1cm |
Snow Reliability
Yuzawa Kogen typically sees a snow depth of around 2 to 3 meters during peak season, with consistent snowfall. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski for accurate information.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Yuzawa Kogen
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Yuzawa Kogen, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Yuzawa Kogen, 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 Yuzawa Kogen 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 Yuzawa Kogen 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 Yuzawa Kogen 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.