Niseko 7-Day Snow Forecast

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Updated 12 November 2026 19:40 PST

Long-Range Snow Forecast for Niseko

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 13 November.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Niseko?

Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,638ft)
Next Snow Expected	19 November
Next Snow Amount	6in
Next 48 Hours	-
Next 7 Days	11in

Long-range Snow Outlook for Niseko

Snowfall

Snow Line

Max 52°F
Min 32°F

9in New Snow

Snow Line from 3,507ft to resort level (984ft).

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Niseko Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

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.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for Niseko from OpenMeteo(JMA)
	Snow and Weather	Temp Town
Fri 13	Clear sky.	Max 52°F Min 40°F
Sat 14	Clear sky.	Max 50°F Min 36°F
Sun 15	up to 1in New Snow Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below. Snow Line from 3,156ft to 2,398ft, with rain below.	Max 48°F Min 33°F
Mon 16	Fair.	Max 42°F Min 33°F
Tue 17	Clear spells.	Max 36°F Min 33°F
Wed 18	New Snow Light snow at altitude, light drizzle below. Snow Line from 3,507ft to 2,904ft, with rain below.	Max 50°F Min 33°F
Thu 19	1in to 8in New Snow Heavy snow at altitude, heavy rain showers below. Snow Line from 3,356ft to resort level (984ft).	Max 46°F Min 32°F

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.

Niseko Snow Forecast updated at 19:40 PST, next update expected 22:00 PST.

Ensemble forecast for Niseko, Japan at 984ft

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)

Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

What are Forecast Ensembles ? Multiple forecasts from running the same weather model with slightly different inputs. The prominent line (the 'control') is the model output from standard inputs, the thinner lines are the variations. Plotted together, they show a range of possible outcomes; the closer they are, the higher the confidence.

How to read Long Range Ensemble Forecasts

These forecasts are from ECMWF EC46, a long-range, low-resolution (area) model. They may not accurately reflect local conditions and should be read as area forecasts, indicating whether the coming weeks are likely to be warmer, colder, wetter, or drier than average.

What to look for?

Temperatures trending downward at the same time as precipitation spikes upward... means snow!

Lines close together indicate a high confidence, while wider spreads signal uncertainty.

Japan Accommodation (Apartments, Chalets, Hotels) Map

Snow Forecast near Niseko

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko
Ski Area	48 Hr	7 Day
Niseko Grand Hirafu	1in	14in
Niseko Annupuri	-	14in
Niseko Village/Higashiyama	1in	14in
Niseko Hanazono	-	14in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa	-	10in
Kiroro	-	9in
Rusutsu	-	4in

How reliable is the snow in Niseko?

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.

Off-Piste Safety in Niseko

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Niseko, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.