Alts Bandai Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Alts Bandai
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Alts Bandai, Japan for 16 days from 22 January.
Updated 21 January 2025 22:38 PST.
| Next Snow Expected | 29 January |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 2in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 5in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Alts Bandai.
Forecast for today in Alts Bandai
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
22
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Alts Bandai has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Alts Bandai Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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Alts Bandai 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 22 | Thu 23 | Fri 24 | Sat 25 | Sun 26 | Mon 27 | Tue 28 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NW F2 | SE F3 | SW F4 | ||||
| 4,199ft | 33°F
| 39°F
 +2in
| 33°F
| 30°F
| 27°F
 | 33°F
 | 35°F
 |
| SE F2 | SW F3 | ||||||
| 3,248ft | 33°F
| 39°F
| 33°F
| 30°F
| 31°F
| 38°F
| 38°F
|
| SE F3 | W F4 | ||||||
| 2,297ft | 33°F
| 39°F
| 33°F
| 33°F
| 36°F
| 39°F
| 40°F
|
| Snow Line | 2,297ft | varying 3,474ft | varying 2,785ft | 2,297ft | |||
| Max Town | 33°F | 39°F | 33°F | 33°F | 36°F | 39°F | 40°F |
| Min Town | 26°F | 29°F | 25°F | 25°F | 27°F | 31°F | 29°F |
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.
Alts Bandai 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
Wed
22
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Thu
23
up to 2in New Snow
Fair, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 3,474ft to resort level.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
24
Snow unlikely
Clear spells early, then fair later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
25
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
26
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
27
New Snow
Cloudy early, then light snow at altitude later.
Snow Line from 2,785ft to 2,425ft, with rain below.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
28
New Snow
Light rain, cloudy, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Alts Bandai, 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 Alts Bandai, on any given trail 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.
Alts Bandai Snow Forecast updated at 22:38 PST, next update expected 04:00 PST.
Snow Forecast near Alts Bandai
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aizu Kogen Takatsue | - | 4in | |||||||
| Bandai Kokusai | 1in | 3in | |||||||
| Nozawa Onsen | - | 3in | |||||||
| Aizu Kogen Takahata | - | 2in | |||||||
| Inawashiro | - | 2in | |||||||
| Aizu Kogen Daikurayama | - | 2in | |||||||
| Yonezawa | - | 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Alts Bandai
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Alts Bandai, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Alts Bandai, 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 Alts Bandai 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 Alts Bandai 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 Alts Bandai 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.