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Shiga Giant Snow Forecast - 19th April 2025

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Shiga Giant Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Shiga Giant

When will there be fresh snow?

This is the Snow Forecast for Shiga Giant, Japan for 16 days from 19 April.

Updated 18 April 2025 23:32 PDT.

Shiga Giant Snow Forecast Highlights
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Shiga Giant

Max 80°F
Min 60°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 60°F to daytime highs around 80°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
19

Snow unlikely

FairMixedCloudCloud

Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.

Shiga Giant has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Shiga Giant Snow Report

Shiga Giant Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Shiga Giant 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Shiga Giant from OpenMeteo
Sat
19
Sun
20
Mon
21
Tue
22
Wed
23
Thu
24
Fri
25
WindNW F2
5,184ft
80°F
Cloud
73°F
Mixed
76°F
Clear
79°F
Rain
49°F
Lt Rain
50°F
Mixed
45°F
Clear
NW F2
4,790ft
80°F
Cloud
73°F
Mixed
76°F
Clear
79°F
Rain
51°F
Lt Rain
48°F
Cloud
44°F
Clear
NW F2
4,396ft
80°F
Cloud
73°F
Mixed
76°F
Clear
79°F
Rain
53°F
Lt Rain
49°F
Cloud
45°F
Clear
Snow Line
Max Town80°F73°F76°F79°F53°F49°F45°F
Min Town60°F48°F53°F48°F45°F38°F30°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.

Shiga Giant 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 80°F
Min 60°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 60°F to daytime highs around 80°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
19

Snow unlikely

FairMixedCloudCloud

Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.

Max 73°F
Min 48°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 73°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
20

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedClearClear

Cloudy, clear spells, clear sky later.

Max 76°F
Min 53°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 53°F to daytime highs around 76°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Mon
21

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearClear

Clear sky.

Max 79°F
Min 48°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 48°F to daytime highs around 79°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
22

Snow unlikely

FairCloudRainRain

Fair, cloudy, rain later.

Max 53°F
Min 45°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 45°F to daytime highs around 53°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
23

Snow unlikely

ShwrsLt RainDrizzleCloud

Rain showers first, light rain then drizzle, cloudy later.

Max 49°F
Min 38°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 38°F to daytime highs around 49°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
24

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 45°F
Min 30°F

Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 30°F and rising to 45°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
25

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearFair

Fair, clear sky, fair later.

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

This Snow Forecast for Shiga Giant, 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 Shiga Giant, 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.

Shiga Giant Snow Forecast updated at 23:32 PDT, next update expected 05:00 PDT.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Shiga Giant

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