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Akabirayama Snow Forecast - 21st March 2026

Akabirayama Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 21 March 2026 09:41 AEDT

Snow Forecast for Akabirayama

Snow and Weather from 21 March.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Akabirayama Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Akabirayama?

Akabirayama Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (230m)
Next Snow Expected21 March
Next Snow Amount4cm
Next 48 Hours4cm
Next 7 Days4cm

Forecast for today in Akabirayama

Max 3℃
Min -2℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -2℃ and rising to 3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Sat
21

4cm New Snow

FairFairClearClear

Fair early, then clear sky later.

Snow falling to resort level (92m).

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

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Akabirayama from OpenMeteo(JMA)
Sat
21
Sun
22
Mon
23
Tue
24
Wed
25
Thu
26
Fri
27
WindW F3
369m
1℃
Snow
+4cm
8℃
Clear
10℃
Fair
6℃
Clear
9℃
Fair
12℃
Fair
11℃
Clear
W F3
230m
2℃
Snow
+4cm
9℃
Clear
11℃
Fair
7℃
Clear
10℃
Fair
13℃
Fair
12℃
Clear
W F3
92m
3℃
Snow
+4cm
10℃
Clear
12℃
Fair
8℃
Clear
11℃
Fair
13℃
Fair
13℃
Clear
Snow Line

92m

Max Town3℃10℃12℃8℃11℃13℃13℃
Min Town-2℃0℃2℃-3℃-3℃2℃1℃

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.

Snow Forecast near Akabirayama

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Akabirayama
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Yonezawa1cm 1cm
Numajiri-1cm

Snow Reliability

Akabirayama enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average depth of 2 meters during peak season. For the latest snow conditions, visit J2Ski for updated information.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Akabirayama

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