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Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Forecast - 3rd April 2025

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Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu

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This is the Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu, Japan for 16 days from 3 April.

Updated 03 April 2025 12:00 IST.

Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected3 April
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours6cm
Next 7 Days6cm
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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

Max 4℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 4℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
03

1cm to 5cm New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowSnowLight Snow

Light snow, snow showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 449m to resort level.

Niseko Grand Hirafu has 6cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Report

Niseko Grand Hirafu Snow Depths and Conditions.
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Niseko Grand Hirafu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Niseko Grand Hirafu from OpenMeteo
Thu
03
Fri
04
Sat
05
Sun
06
Mon
07
Tue
08
Wed
09
WindNW F2
1,308m
-2℃
Light Snow
+5cm
-4℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
2℃
Mixed
4℃
Mixed
4℃
Cloud
+1cm
3℃
Mixed
6℃
Fog
NW F2
804m
1℃
Light Snow
+2cm
0℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
5℃
Mixed
8℃
Mixed
7℃
Cloud
6℃
Mixed
9℃
Fog
NW F2
300m
4℃
Light Snow
+1cm
3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
8℃
Mixed
11℃
Mixed
10℃
Cloud
9℃
Fog
12℃
Mixed
Snow Line

varying 449m
to 300m

300m

varying 939m
to 859m

Max Town4℃3℃8℃11℃10℃9℃12℃
Min Town0℃0℃0℃5℃5℃2℃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.

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.

Max 4℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 4℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
03

1cm to 5cm New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowSnowLight Snow

Light snow, snow showers, light snow later.

Snow Line from 449m to resort level.

Max 3℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
04

up to 1cm New Snow

Light SnowCloudCloudMixed

Light snow, cloudy, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 8℃
Min 0℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 0℃ to daytime highs around 8℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedCloudFog

Clear spells, cloudy, fog later.

Max 11℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 11℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

CloudLt RainMixedMixed

Cloudy, light rain, clear spells later.

Max 10℃
Min 5℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 10℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
07

up to 1cm New Snow

MixedCloudCloudShwrs

Clear spells, cloudy, rain showers later.

Snow Line from 939m to 859m, with rain below.

Max 9℃
Min 2℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
08

Snow unlikely

MixedCloudFogFog

Clear spells, cloudy, fog later.

Max 12℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
09

Snow unlikely

FairFairMixedFair

Fair, clear spells, fair later.

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 12:00 IST, next update expected 14:30 IST.

Snow Forecast near Niseko Grand Hirafu

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko Grand Hirafu
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrThuFriSatSunMonTueWed 7 Day
Kiroro6cm 8cm
Niseko Annupuri5cm 5cm
Niseko4cm 4cm
Niseko Village/Higashiyama3cm 4cm
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa3cm 3cm
Rusutsu2cm 3cm
Niseko Hanazono2cm 2cm

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.