Niseko 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 20 March 2026 15:43 PDT
Powder Alarm
Powder Alarm issued 20 March 2026 18:43 PDT
Powder Possible :- 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Niseko over the next 2 days.
2-Day Forecast for Niseko
48-hours from 21 March.
See below for forecast detail
Niseko Snow Forecast updated at 15:43 PDT, next update expected imminently.
Forecast for today in Niseko
Max 31°F
Min 26°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 26°F and not getting above 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
21
4in New Snow
Clear sky first, fair then clear sky, fair later.
Snow falling to resort level (984ft).
Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Powder Alert!
Powder Alarm issued 20 March 2026 18:43 PDT
Powder Possible :- 4in of Fresh Snow is forecast for Niseko over the next 2 days.
Forecast for tomorrow in Niseko
Max 45°F
Min 25°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 25°F and rising to 45°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
22
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Niseko are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 00:00 |  | 1in New Snow | Heavy snow. | 31°F | NW Light | -125% |
| Sat | 01:00 | | 1in New Snow | Heavy snow. | 31°F | NW Breeze | -125% |
| Sat | 02:00 | | New Snow | Heavy snow. | 29°F | NW Breeze | -125% |
| Sat | 03:00 | | 1in New Snow | Heavy snow. | 28°F | NW Breeze | -125% |
| Sat | 04:00 | | New Snow | Heavy snow. | 28°F | NW Breeze | -125% |
| Sat | 05:00 | | New Snow | Heavy snow. | 27°F | NW Breeze | -125% |
| Sat | 06:00 | | Clear spells. | 27°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 07:00 | | Clear spells. | 27°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 08:00 | | Fair. | 27°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 09:00 | | Fair. | 28°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 10:00 | | Fair. | 29°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 30°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 12:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 13:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 14:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | NW Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 15:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 16:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 17:00 | | Fair. | 31°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 18:00 | | Fair. | 30°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 19:00 | | Fair. | 27°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | 27°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | 26°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 22:00 | | Fair. | 26°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 26°F | NW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 25°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 01:00 | | Fair. | 25°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 02:00 | | Fair. | 26°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 03:00 | | Clear spells. | 26°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 04:00 | | Clear spells. | 26°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | 27°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 06:00 | | Clear spells. | 27°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 07:00 | | Fair. | 29°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 08:00 | | Fair. | 35°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 09:00 | | Fair. | 38°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 10:00 | | Fair. | 42°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 11:00 | | Fair. | 44°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 12:00 | | Fair. | 45°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 13:00 | | Fair. | 45°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Fair. | 45°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Fair. | 44°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Clear sky. | 43°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Fair. | 42°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Fair. | 38°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Fair. | 37°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Fair. | 34°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Fair. | 32°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Fair. | 32°F | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 31°F | SW Light | -125% | |
Snow Forecast near Niseko
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiroro | 6in | 6in | |||||||
| Niseko Annupuri | 5in | 6in | |||||||
| Niseko Grand Hirafu | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Niseko Village/Higashiyama | 5in | 5in | |||||||
| Niseko Kokusai Moiwa | 4in | 5in | |||||||
| Niseko Hanazono | 4in | 4in | |||||||
| Rusutsu | 4in | 4in |
Niseko Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Niseko.
This Snow Forecast for Niseko, 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, 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.
Snow Reliability
Niseko is famous for its reliable snowfall, often receiving over 15 meters each season and maintaining excellent snow depth. To ensure you have the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information on snow quality and weather forecasts.