Karuizawa Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Karuizawa
When will there be fresh snow?
This is the Snow Forecast for Karuizawa, Japan for 16 days from 25 June.
Updated 24 June 2025 21:33 PDT.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Karuizawa. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Karuizawa.
Forecast for today in Karuizawa
Max 69°F
Min 67°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 67°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
25
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then rain showers later.
Karuizawa has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Karuizawa Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
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| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
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Karuizawa 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Wed 25 | Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | Tue 01 | |
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| Wind | |||||||
| 3,789ft | 69°F
| 75°F
 | 80°F
 | 79°F
| 78°F
 | 77°F
 | 80°F
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| 3,437ft | 69°F
| 75°F
| 80°F
| 80°F
| 79°F
| 79°F
| 81°F
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| 3,084ft | 69°F
| 75°F
| 80°F
| 83°F
| 82°F
| 81°F
| 82°F
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 69°F | 75°F | 80°F | 83°F | 82°F | 81°F | 82°F |
| Min Town | 67°F | 65°F | 61°F | 64°F | 66°F | 67°F | 67°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.
Karuizawa 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 69°F
Min 67°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 67°F to daytime highs around 69°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
25
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle early, then rain showers later.
Max 75°F
Min 65°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 65°F to daytime highs around 75°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Rain showers, cloudy, fair later.
Max 80°F
Min 61°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 61°F to daytime highs around 80°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
27
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.
Max 83°F
Min 64°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 64°F to daytime highs around 83°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
28
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then fog, cloudy later.
Max 82°F
Min 66°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 66°F to daytime highs around 82°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, rain showers, cloudy later.
Max 81°F
Min 67°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 67°F to daytime highs around 81°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, fog, cloudy later.
Max 82°F
Min 67°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 67°F to daytime highs around 82°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, thunderstorms, cloudy later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Karuizawa, 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 Karuizawa, 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.
Karuizawa Snow Forecast updated at 21:33 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Karuizawa
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Karuizawa, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Karuizawa, 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 Karuizawa 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 Karuizawa 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 Karuizawa 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.