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Yonezawa Snow Forecast - 28th May 2026

Yonezawa Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 27 May 2026 14:44 PDT

Snow Forecast for Yonezawa

Snow and Weather from 28 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Yonezawa Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Yonezawa?

Yonezawa Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (2,092ft)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Yonezawa.

Forecast for today in Yonezawa

Max 79°F
Min 61°F

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 61°F to daytime highs around 79°F

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
28

Snow unlikely

FairMixedLt DrizzleCloud

Fair first, clear spells then light drizzle, cloudy later.

Forecast times for Yonezawa are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Yonezawa from OpenMeteo(JMA)
Thu
28
Fri
29
Sat
30
Sun
31
Mon
01
Tue
02
Wed
03
WindNW F2
2,625ft
75°F
Fair
61°F
Fair
72°F
Clear
77°F
Clear
79°F
Clear
84°F
Fair
76°F
Fair
NW F2
2,092ft
77°F
Fair
63°F
Fair
74°F
Clear
79°F
Clear
81°F
Clear
86°F
Fair
78°F
Fair
NW F2
1,558ft
79°F
Fair
64°F
Fair
76°F
Clear
81°F
Clear
83°F
Clear
88°F
Fair
80°F
Fair
Snow Line
Max Town79°F64°F76°F81°F83°F88°F80°F
Min Town61°F50°F47°F53°F49°F49°F44°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.

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Snow Reliability

Yonezawa typically enjoys reliable snow conditions, with average snow depths reaching up to 2 meters during peak season. For the latest snow information, be sure to check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Yonezawa

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