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Rusutsu Snow Forecast - 14th January 2025

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Rusutsu Snow Report and Forecast

Snow Forecast for Rusutsu

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This is the Snow Forecast for Rusutsu, Japan for 16 days from 14 January.

Updated 14 January 2025 21:32 AEDT.

Rusutsu Snow Forecast Highlights
Next Snow Expected14 January
Next Snow Amount1cm
Next 48 Hours2cm
Next 7 Days4cm
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For Forecast detail, see below.

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

Forecast for today in Rusutsu

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
14

1cm New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsMixedSnowMixed

Light snow showers first, clear spells then snow showers, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

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

Rusutsu Snow Report

Rusutsu Snow Depths and Conditions.
Snow Conditions-

Rusutsu 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Rusutsu from OpenMeteo
Tue
14
Wed
15
Thu
16
Fri
17
Sat
18
Sun
19
Mon
20
WindW F3NW F2
994m
-7℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-11℃
Light Snow
-12℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-13℃
Light Snow
+2cm
-11℃
Fair
-3℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
-3℃
Mixed
W F3NW F2
697m
-5℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-9℃
Light Snow
-10℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-11℃
Light Snow
+2cm
-9℃
Fair
-1℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
-1℃
Mixed
400m
-1℃
Mixed
+1cm
-6℃
Mixed
-7℃
Lt Snow Shwrs
+1cm
-8℃
Light Snow
+1cm
-6℃
Mixed
0℃
Mixed
1℃
Fair
Snow Line

400m

400m

400m

400m

400m

400m

Max Town-1℃-6℃-7℃-8℃-6℃0℃1℃
Min Town-8℃-11℃-12℃-11℃-12℃-8℃-9℃

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.

Rusutsu 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.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Tue
14

1cm New Snow

Lt Snow ShwrsMixedSnowMixed

Light snow showers first, clear spells then snow showers, clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Wed
15

Snow unlikely

CloudMixedMixedSnow

Cloudy, clear spells, snow showers later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Thu
16

1cm New Snow

MixedCloudCloudSnow

Clear spells, cloudy, snow showers later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Fri
17

1cm to 2cm New Snow

Light SnowLight SnowLight SnowMixed

Light snow early, then clear spells later.

Snow falling to resort level.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Sat
18

Snow unlikely

MixedMixedMixedFair

Clear spells early, then fair later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Sun
19

Snow unlikely

ClearFogMixedLt Snow Shwrs

Clear sky first, fog then clear spells, light snow showers later.

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Snowfall per hour

Snow Line

Mon
20

Snow unlikely

MixedFairMixedMixed

Clear spells, fair, clear spells later.

This Snow Forecast for Rusutsu, 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 Rusutsu, 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.

Rusutsu Snow Forecast updated at 21:32 AEDT, next update expected imminently.

Snow Forecast near Rusutsu

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Rusutsu
Snow Report and Forecast 48 HrTueWedThuFriSatSunMon 7 Day
Kiroro8cm 15cm
Niseko Grand Hirafu12cm 15cm
Niseko Kokusai Moiwa10cm 14cm
Niseko7cm 13cm
Niseko Annupuri8cm 13cm
Niseko Village/Higashiyama8cm 13cm
Niseko Hanazono3cm 6cm

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Rusutsu

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