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Niseko Village ski resort

📷 Niseko Village

Asia

Niseko Village

Closed for the season

Season ended May 12, 2026

Conditions data updated Thu, May 28, 08:00 PM UTC · informational only

Closed for Season — closed May 12

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

May 9

Past 24 Hours

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Past 48 Hours

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Past 10 Days

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14-Day Forecast

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Snow Depth

375cm

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Powder Days

5

this season

Updated: May 28, 8:00 PMWeather at base: 280m

Overview

Niseko Village is a ski resort in Asia, Japan, currently closed for the season as of May 12, 2026. Today's SnowSure™ Score is 10/100 (Limited), snow base 375 cm (147.6 in). Conditions last updated 2026-05-28 20:00 UTC.

Resort Guide

Niseko Village Ski Resort is located on Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido, nestled at the base of Mount Niseko Annupuri. The resort features a diverse range of ski terrain suitable for all levels, renowned powder snow, and direct access to the larger Niseko United ski area. Guests benefit from ski-in ski-out accommodations, a vibrant village atmosphere, and amenities such as onsen hot springs, dining, and family-friendly activities. Niseko Village stands out for its blend of authentic Japanese culture, world-class snow conditions, and integrated resort facilities.

Resort Info

Summit1170m
Base280m
Vertical2921m
Lifts8
Runs27
Skiable Area2191 acres
Avg Snowfall490 inches / 1,243 cm
CountryJapan

Top Après Ski

The Edge Bar – Renowned for its sophisticated ambiance and panoramic mountain views, The Edge Bar at Niseko Village offers expertly crafted cocktails, a curated selection of Japanese whiskies, and a cozy setting perfect for unwinding after a day on the slopes, making it a favorite among après-ski enthusiasts.

SnowSure™ ScoreAI
Closed for the season

Not operating — season has ended

Closed May 12, 2026

SnowSure scores and forecasts below are for planning and reference only while the resort is closed.

Depth

35cm depth - adequate for most conditions.

Recent

No significant recent snowfall.

Forecast

Light snow possible in the forecast.

Historic

Season is performing around average.

Closed for the season · Data updated Thu, May 28, 08:00 PM UTC · informational only

Snow Summary

1170mECMWF Model

Updated May 28, 2026 at 8:38 PM

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Snowfall Forecast Maps

Hokkaido region

Current Conditions

Reported Thu, May 28, 08:00 PM UTC

Freezing Level

-70m

❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected

Base

280m

Temp

14.2°C

Wind

6.6km/h

Snow Depth

160cm

14-Day Forecast

0.1cm

Mid-Mountain

725m

Temp

11.3°C

Wind

6.6km/h

Snow Depth

268cm

14-Day Forecast

0.1cm

Summit

1170m

Temp

8.4°C

Wind

6.6km/h

Snow Depth

375cm

14-Day Forecast

1.8cm

Live Conditions

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Local Reports

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SnowSure™ Forecast Range

Daily Snowfall Forecast by Model

Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.

14-Day Snow Forecast by Model

Summit elevation (1170m)

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10-Day Forecast

Fri

29

🌧️

8.9°

3.8°

Sat

30

🌧️

9.7°

1.8°

Sun

31

🌧️

14.5°

-0.6°

Mon

1

☁️

17.4°

2.7°

Tue

2

☁️

18.6°

5.6°

Wed

3

☁️

18.3°

6.6°

Thu

4

☁️

13°

7.4°

Fri

5

🌧️

12.4°

4.9°

Sat

6

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7.1°

3.8°

Sun

7

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5.5°

2.8°

Summit elevation (1170m) • ECMWF model

Season vs Historic

Updated Thu, May 28, 08:00 PM UTC

391.7cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

+24%

vs 5-Year Avg

317cm avg by now

+24%

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.

Season at a Glance

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

Best Months to Visit

January

Peak Powder

February

Peak Powder

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.