Ipponsugi Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Ipponsugi
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This is the Snow Forecast for Ipponsugi, Japan for 15 days from 28 March.
Updated 27 March 2025 15:35 PDT.
| Next Snow Expected | 28 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | 2in |
| Next 7 Days | 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Ipponsugi.
Forecast for today in Ipponsugi
Max 60°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
1in New Snow
Light rain showers first, rain showers then heavy drizzle, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Ipponsugi has 2in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Ipponsugi Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Ipponsugi 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Fri 28 | Sat 29 | Sun 30 | Mon 31 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | Thu 03 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | |||||||
| 1,542ft | 60°F
 +1in
| 41°F
 | 34°F
 | 44°F
| 52°F
| 57°F
 | 55°F
|
| 1,493ft | 60°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 34°F
| 45°F
| 52°F
| 57°F
| 55°F
|
| 1,444ft | 60°F
+1in
| 41°F
| 34°F
| 45°F
| 52°F
| 58°F
| 56°F
|
| Snow Line | 1,444ft | varying 1,506ft | |||||
| Max Town | 60°F | 41°F | 34°F | 45°F | 52°F | 58°F | 56°F |
| Min Town | 31°F | 28°F | 23°F | 35°F | 34°F | 35°F | 33°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.
Ipponsugi 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 60°F
Min 31°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 31°F to daytime highs around 60°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Fri
28
1in New Snow
Light rain showers first, rain showers then heavy drizzle, snow showers later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max 41°F
Min 28°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 28°F and rising to 41°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, cloudy then clear spells, clear sky later.
Max 34°F
Min 23°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 23°F to daytime highs around 34°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Sun
30
New Snow
Cloudy first, heavy snow showers then fair, clear spells later.
Snow Line from 1,506ft to resort level.
Max 45°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
31
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 52°F
Min 34°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 34°F to daytime highs around 52°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then clear sky later.
Max 58°F
Min 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 35°F to daytime highs around 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.
Max 56°F
Min 33°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 33°F to daytime highs around 56°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
03
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
This Snow Forecast for Ipponsugi, 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 Ipponsugi, 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.
Ipponsugi Snow Forecast updated at 15:35 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Ipponsugi
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuzawa Nakazato | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Yuzawa Kogen | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Kagura | 2in | 2in | |||||||
| Kawaba | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Kijimadaira | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Naeba | 1in | 1in | |||||||
| Togari Onsen | - | - |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Ipponsugi
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Ipponsugi, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Ipponsugi, 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 Ipponsugi 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 Ipponsugi 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 Ipponsugi 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.