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Hotaka Olympia Snow Forecast - 31st March 2025

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Hotaka Olympia Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Hotaka Olympia

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This is the Snow Forecast for Hotaka Olympia, Japan for 16 days from 31 March.

Updated 31 March 2025 17:33 AEDT.

Hotaka Olympia Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected15 April
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days2cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Hotaka Olympia.

Forecast for today in Hotaka Olympia

Max -3℃
Min -7℃

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above -3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
31

up to 2cm New Snow

FairMixedMixedCloud

Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 1,249m to 1,199m, with rain below.

Hotaka Olympia has 2cm new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.

Hotaka Olympia Snow Report

Hotaka Olympia Snow Depths and Conditions.
Upper Snow Depths
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Lower Snow Depths
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Snow Conditions
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Hotaka Olympia 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Hotaka Olympia from OpenMeteo
Mon
31
Tue
01
Wed
02
Thu
03
Fri
04
Sat
05
Sun
06
Wind
1,310m
-3℃
Mixed
+2cm
0℃
Mixed
4℃
Mixed
4℃
Fair
5℃
Mixed
8℃
Cloud
6℃
Lt Rain
1,156m
-3℃
Mixed
0℃
Mixed
4℃
Mixed
5℃
Fair
5℃
Clear
10℃
Cloud
8℃
Lt Rain
1,001m
-3℃
Mixed
0℃
Mixed
4℃
Mixed
6℃
Fair
6℃
Clear
11℃
Cloud
9℃
Lt Rain
Snow Line

varying 1,249m
to 1,199m

Max Town-3℃0℃4℃6℃6℃11℃9℃
Min Town-7℃-5℃-5℃-3℃-1℃4℃3℃

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.

Hotaka Olympia 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 -3℃
Min -7℃

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ and not getting above -3℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
31

up to 2cm New Snow

FairMixedMixedCloud

Fair, clear spells, cloudy later.

Snow Line from 1,249m to 1,199m, with rain below.

Max 0℃
Min -5℃

Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -5℃ and not getting above 0℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Tue
01

Snow unlikely

CloudCloudMixedFair

Cloudy, clear spells, fair later.

Max 4℃
Min -5℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ and rising to 4℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Wed
02

Snow unlikely

FairMixedClearFair

Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.

Max 6℃
Min -3℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 6℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Thu
03

Snow unlikely

ClearMixedFairMixed

Clear sky first, clear spells then fair, clear spells later.

Max 6℃
Min -1℃

Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -1℃ and rising to 6℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
04

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedClearClear

Clear spells early, then clear sky later.

Max 11℃
Min 4℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 4℃ to daytime highs around 11℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
05

Snow unlikely

FairCloudCloudCloud

Fair early, then cloudy later.

Max 9℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 9℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sun
06

Snow unlikely

Lt RainLt RainDrizzleClear

Light rain first, light rain showers then drizzle, clear sky later.

This Snow Forecast for Hotaka Olympia, 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 Hotaka Olympia, on any given piste 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.

Hotaka Olympia Snow Forecast updated at 17:33 AEDT, next update expected imminently.

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Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Hotaka Olympia

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