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Niseko Long-Range Snow Forecast - 31st October 2026

Niseko Long-Range Snow Forecast Updated today

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Updated 31 October 2026 14:42 AEDT

Long-Range Snow Forecast for Niseko

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 31 October.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Niseko?

Niseko Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (804m)
Next Snow Expected2 November
Next Snow Amount2cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days9cm

Long-range Snow Outlook for Niseko

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Max 12℃
Min 1℃

9cm New Snow

Snow Line from 1,054m to resort level (300m).

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Niseko Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

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.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for Niseko from OpenMeteo(JMA)
BaseSnow and WeatherTemp
Town
Sat
31
Lt Drizzle

Light snow at altitude, light drizzle below.

Max 12℃
Min 4℃
Sun
01
Fair

Fair.

Max 4℃
Min 1℃
Mon
02
Fair

up to 2cm New Snow
Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below.
Snow Line from 700m to resort level (300m).

Max 8℃
Min 1℃
Tue
03
Lt Drizzle

up to 3cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light drizzle below.
Snow Line from 946m to 608m, with rain below.

Max 6℃
Min 4℃
Wed
04
Mixed

up to 2cm New Snow
Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below.
Snow Line from 838m to 515m, with rain below.

Max 5℃
Min 3℃
Thu
05
Mixed

Light snow showers at altitude, light rain showers below.

Max 12℃
Min 2℃
Fri
06
Lt Drizzle

up to 2cm New Snow
Light snow at altitude, light drizzle below.
Snow Line from 1,054m to 515m, with rain below.

Max 11℃
Min 3℃

This Snow Forecast for Niseko, 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 Niseko, 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.

Niseko Snow Forecast updated at 14:42 AEDT, next update expected 17:00 AEDT.

Ensemble forecast for Niseko, Japan at 300m

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)
Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

Japan Accommodation (Apartments, Chalets, Hotels) Map

 

Snow Forecast near Niseko

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Niseko
Ski Area 48 Hr 7 DaySaSuMoTuWeThFr
Kiroro2cm 15cm
Niseko Grand Hirafu2cm 15cm
Niseko Annupuri2cm 14cm
Niseko Village/Higashiyama2cm 14cm
Niseko Hanazono2cm 12cm
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa2cm 9cm
Rusutsu2cm 5cm

How reliable is the snow in Niseko?

Niseko is famous for its reliable snowfall, often receiving over 15 meters each season and maintaining excellent snow depth. To ensure you have the latest snow conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information on snow quality and weather forecasts.

Off-Piste Safety in Niseko

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Niseko, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.