📷 Niseko Grand Hirafu
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Niseko Grand Hirafu
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Last Snowfall
Feb 23
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
24.1cm
14-Day Forecast
21.8cm
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.
Current conditions at Niseko Grand Hirafu show a chilly -7°C with overcast skies and a snow depth of 61cm. While it's been quiet recently with just 1cm of snow in the last week, the next two weeks are expected to bring an average of 17cm of fresh powder, so keep your fingers crossed for a bit more snow soon!
AI-generated summaryDepth
61cm depth - good coverage on most runs.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
17cm forecast - some snow expected.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Data updated Thu, Feb 26, 03:30 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Feb 26, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Feb 26, 03:30 PM UTC
Freezing Level
-210m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
260m
Temp
-1.3°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
61cm
14-Day Forecast
15.4cm
Mid-Mountain
730m
Temp
-4.3°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
61cm
14-Day Forecast
17.3cm
Summit
1200m
Temp
-7.4°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
235cm
14-Day Forecast
17.3cm
Live Conditions
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0 reportsDaily 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 (1200m)
10-Day Forecast
Fri
27
❄️
-2.7°
-7.6°
Sat
28
❄️
-1.8°
-6.9°
0.2cm
Sun
1
❄️
-7.2°
-11.1°
0.7cm
Mon
2
☁️
-7.6°
-13.6°
Tue
3
☁️
-3.2°
-17.3°
Wed
4
❄️
-4.1°
-20.2°
1.7cm
Thu
5
❄️
-4.2°
-15.5°
1.5cm
Fri
6
❄️
-7.2°
-17.5°
0.3cm
Sat
7
❄️
-5.6°
-9.2°
12.2cm
Sun
8
❄️
-3.7°
-9.2°
2.8cm
Summit elevation (1200m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, Feb 26, 03:30 PM UTC
0cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-100%
vs 5-Year Avg
317cm avg by now
-100%
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.