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Rusutsu Snow Forecast - 21st January 2025

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Rusutsu Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Rusutsu

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This is the Snow Forecast for Rusutsu, Japan for 16 days from 21 January.

Updated 21 January 2025 02:36 PST.

Rusutsu Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected22 January
Next Snow Amount-
Next 48 Hours1in
Next 7 Days10in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Rusutsu.

Forecast for today in Rusutsu

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
21

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudCloud

Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.

Rusutsu has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Rusutsu Snow Report

Rusutsu Snow Depths and Conditions.
Snow Conditions-

Rusutsu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Rusutsu from OpenMeteo
Tue
21
Wed
22
Thu
23
Fri
24
Sat
25
Sun
26
Mon
27
WindW F2SE F2
3,261ft
26°F
Fair
26°F
Cloud
29°F
Cloud
26°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
23°F
Light Snow
+1in
26°F
Clear
28°F
Cloud
W F2SE F2
2,287ft
29°F
Fair
30°F
Cloud
32°F
Cloud
30°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
27°F
Light Snow
+1in
29°F
Clear
32°F
Cloud
W F2S F2SE F2
1,312ft
32°F
Cloud
32°F
Cloud
+1in
35°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
33°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
31°F
Mixed
33°F
Clear
33°F
Cloud
Snow Line

1,312ft

1,312ft

1,312ft

1,312ft

1,312ft

Max Town32°F32°F35°F33°F31°F33°F33°F
Min Town18°F25°F27°F20°F24°F17°F23°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.

Rusutsu 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

Tue
21

Snow unlikely

ClearFairCloudCloud

Clear sky, fair, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
22

up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
23

New Snow

FairCloudCloudLt Snow Shwrs

Fair, cloudy, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
24

up to 1in New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsLt Snow ShwrsCloudMixed

Light snow showers, cloudy, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
25

up to 1in New Snow

Light SnowMixedMixedMixed

Light snow early, then clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
26

Snow unlikely

MixedFairClearCloud

Clear spells first, fair then clear sky, cloudy later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
27

New Snow

CloudCloudCloudLight Snow

Cloudy early, then light snow later.

Snow falling to resort level.

This Snow Forecast for Rusutsu, 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 Rusutsu, 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.

Rusutsu Snow Forecast updated at 02:36 PST, next update expected 05:00 PST.

Snow Forecast near Rusutsu

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Rusutsu
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Kiroro1in 10in
Niseko Grand Hirafu1in 6in
Niseko- 3in
Niseko Hanazono1in 3in
Niseko Annupuri1in 2in
Niseko Village/Higashiyama1in 2in
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa1in 2in

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Rusutsu

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Rusutsu, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Rusutsu, 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 Rusutsu 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 Rusutsu 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 Rusutsu 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.