Hachimantai Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Hachimantai
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This is the Snow Forecast for Hachimantai, Japan for 16 days from 26 June.
Updated 26 June 2025 20:32 AEST.
| Next Snow? | |
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| There is no snow currently in the forecast for Hachimantai. |
For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hachimantai.
Forecast for today in Hachimantai
Max 23℃
Min 15℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, rain showers then light rain showers, drizzle later.
Hachimantai has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Hachimantai Snow Report
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| Lower Snow Depths |
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Hachimantai 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 26 | Fri 27 | Sat 28 | Sun 29 | Mon 30 | Tue 01 | Wed 02 | |
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| Wind | W F2 | SW F2 | |||||
| 1,450m | 23℃
 | 21℃
 | 25℃
 | 24℃
| 19℃
| 19℃
| 19℃
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| W F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 1,200m | 23℃
| 21℃
| 25℃
| 24℃
| 21℃
| 20℃
| 20℃
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| W F2 | SW F2 | ||||||
| 950m | 23℃
| 21℃
| 25℃
| 24℃
| 23℃
| 22℃
| 22℃
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| Snow Line | |||||||
| Max Town | 23℃ | 21℃ | 25℃ | 24℃ | 23℃ | 22℃ | 22℃ |
| Min Town | 15℃ | 16℃ | 17℃ | 16℃ | 17℃ | 19℃ | 19℃ |
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.
Hachimantai 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 23℃
Min 15℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 15℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
26
Snow unlikely
Clear spells first, rain showers then light rain showers, drizzle later.
Max 21℃
Min 16℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ to daytime highs around 21℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
27
Snow unlikely
Fair.
Max 25℃
Min 17℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 17℃ to daytime highs around 25℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
28
Snow unlikely
Fair, clear sky, clear spells later.
Max 24℃
Min 16℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ to daytime highs around 24℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Clear spells, cloudy, clear spells later.
Max 23℃
Min 17℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 17℃ to daytime highs around 23℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Cloudy.
Max 22℃
Min 19℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 19℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Tue
01
Snow unlikely
Light rain showers early, then cloudy later.
Max 22℃
Min 19℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 19℃ to daytime highs around 22℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Wed
02
Snow unlikely
Cloudy early, then light rain showers later.
No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.
This Snow Forecast for Hachimantai, 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 Hachimantai, 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.
Hachimantai Snow Forecast updated at 20:32 AEST, next update expected 02:00 AEST.
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hachimantai
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Hachimantai, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Hachimantai, 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 Hachimantai 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 Hachimantai 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 Hachimantai 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.