📷 Niseko Grand Hirafu
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Niseko Grand Hirafu
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Last Snowfall
Apr 13
Past 24 Hours
6.4cm
Past 48 Hours
11.8cm
Past 10 Days
13.7cm
14-Day Forecast
0.4cm
Snow Depth
235cm
Powder Days
4
this season
Resort Guide
Niseko Grand Hirafu Ski Resort is located in Hokkaido, Japan, and is renowned for its abundant, high-quality powder snow and expansive ski terrain. The resort features a variety of runs suitable for all levels, modern lift systems, and direct access to the vibrant Hirafu village, which offers a range of dining, accommodation, and après-ski options. Signature experiences include night skiing on illuminated slopes and panoramic views of Mt. Yotei. Grand Hirafu stands out for its reliable snowfall, international atmosphere, and comprehensive amenities for both skiers and snowboarders.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
Bar Gyu+ – Renowned for its iconic "fridge door" entrance, Bar Gyu+ offers a cozy, speakeasy-style atmosphere with creative cocktails, an extensive whisky selection, and panoramic views of snowy Hirafu, making it a favorite après-ski destination for both locals and visitors.
Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.
Hello skiers! Currently, Niseko Grand Hirafu is experiencing mainly clear skies with a temperature of -6°C and light winds at 3 km/h. Over the past week, we've received 18cm of fresh snow, which is a solid addition to our season total of 390cm, well above the 5-year average.
AI-generated summaryDepth
35cm depth - adequate for most conditions.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 03:01 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 3:16 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Hokkaido region
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Apr 12, 03:01 PM UTC
Freezing Level
-210m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
260m
Temp
-0.2°C
Wind
2.7km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Mid-Mountain
730m
Temp
-3.2°C
Wind
2.7km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.2cm
Summit
1200m
Temp
-6.3°C
Wind
2.7km/h
Snow Depth
235cm
14-Day Forecast
0.3cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
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Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1200m)
10-Day Forecast
Mon
13
🌧️
2.7°
-6.3°
Tue
14
☁️
5.7°
-7.5°
Wed
15
☁️
6.5°
-8°
Thu
16
☁️
7°
-5.9°
Fri
17
☁️
6.9°
-7.8°
Sat
18
🌧️
8.2°
-5.1°
Sun
19
🌧️
2.9°
-7.5°
Mon
20
☁️
7.1°
-8.1°
Tue
21
🌧️
6.4°
-2.2°
Wed
22
❄️
4.3°
-2.5°
0.4cm
Summit elevation (1200m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Apr 12, 03:01 PM UTC
389.9cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+23%
vs 5-Year Avg
317cm avg by now
+23%
vs 30-Year Avg
317cm avg by now
317cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Snowfall over the past five years has averaged 136.5 cm, significantly exceeding the 30-year average of 98.6 cm, indicating a marked upward trend in recent seasons. The current season's snowfall is 6% above the recent 5-year average and 47% higher than the long-term average, underscoring a period of above-normal accumulation. Notably, while there is some year-to-year variability, the overall pattern reflects consistently higher snowfall in the short term compared to historical norms.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.