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Shiga Okusiga Kogen Snow Forecast - 13th March 2025

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Shiga Okusiga Kogen Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Shiga Okusiga Kogen

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This is the Snow Forecast for Shiga Okusiga Kogen, Japan for 15 days from 13 March.

Updated 12 March 2025 15:36 PDT.

Shiga Okusiga Kogen Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected16 March
Next Snow Amount1in
Next 48 Hours1in
Next 7 Days4in
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Shiga Okusiga Kogen

Max 60°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 60°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
13

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearClear

Fair early, then clear sky later.

Shiga Okusiga Kogen has 1in new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Shiga Okusiga Kogen Snow Report

Shiga Okusiga Kogen 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 Okusiga Kogen 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Shiga Okusiga Kogen from OpenMeteo
Thu
13
Fri
14
Sat
15
Sun
16
Mon
17
Tue
18
Wed
19
WindNE F2SW F3NW F2
6,562ft
60°F
Clear
54°F
Clear
49°F
Cloud
+1in
32°F
Cloud
+1in
25°F
Fair
28°F
Cloud
25°F
Snow
+2in
NE F2SW F3NW F2
5,676ft
60°F
Clear
54°F
Clear
49°F
Cloud
36°F
Cloud
+1in
28°F
Fair
31°F
Cloud
28°F
Snow
+1in
NE F2SW F2NW F3NW F2
4,790ft
60°F
Clear
54°F
Clear
49°F
Cloud
39°F
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1in
27°F
Mixed
32°F
Cloud
29°F
Snow
+1in
Snow Line

varying 6,526ft
to 6,493ft

4,790ft

4,790ft

4,790ft

4,790ft

Max Town60°F54°F49°F39°F27°F32°F29°F
Min Town40°F41°F37°F24°F18°F22°F19°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 Okusiga Kogen 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 60°F
Min 40°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 40°F to daytime highs around 60°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
13

Snow unlikely

FairClearClearClear

Fair early, then clear sky later.

Max 54°F
Min 41°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 41°F to daytime highs around 54°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
14

Snow unlikely

ClearClearClearFair

Clear sky early, then fair later.

Max 49°F
Min 37°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 37°F to daytime highs around 49°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sat
15

up to 1in New Snow

CloudCloudShwrsRain

Cloudy, rain showers, rain later.

Snow Line from 6,526ft to 6,493ft, with rain below.

Max 39°F
Min 24°F

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to 24°F and rising to 39°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
16

1in New Snow

RainCloudMixedLt Snow Shwrs

Rain first, cloudy then clear spells, light snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 27°F
Min 18°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 18°F and not getting above 27°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
17

New Snow

SnowMixedMixedFair

Snow showers, clear spells, fair later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Max 32°F
Min 22°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 22°F to daytime highs around 32°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
18

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudCloudCloud

Cloudy.

Max 29°F
Min 19°F

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as 19°F and not getting above 29°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
19

1in to 2in New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowMixedMixed

Light snow early, then clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

This Snow Forecast for Shiga Okusiga Kogen, 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 Okusiga Kogen, 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 Okusiga Kogen Snow Forecast updated at 15:36 PDT, next update expected imminently.

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Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Shiga Okusiga Kogen

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