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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
61cm
Powder Days
5
this season
Resort Guide
Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort is located in Hokkaido, Japan, adjacent to the renowned Niseko United area. The resort features a relaxed atmosphere with uncrowded slopes, offering a variety of terrain suitable for beginners to advanced skiers across 8 courses and 3 lifts. Known for its abundant, high-quality powder snow, Moiwa provides a quieter alternative to larger neighboring resorts, with amenities including ski-in/ski-out accommodation, onsen facilities, and a family-friendly environment. Its unique appeal lies in the combination of natural beauty, deep powder, and a tranquil setting ideal for those seeking an authentic Hokkaido ski experience.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
The Lodge Moiwa 834 Bar – This cozy and stylish bar located within The Lodge Moiwa 834 is renowned for its relaxed après-ski ambiance, craft cocktails, and selection of local and international beers, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Adequate snow - check forecasts before booking.
Currently, Niseko Moiwa has a snow depth of 61cm, which is slightly above the 5-year average of 317cm. Although there hasn't been any new snowfall in the past 24 and 48 hours, the forecast suggests a potential for 10 to 22cm over the next two weeks, so keep your fingers crossed for some fresh powder 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, 04:45 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Feb 26, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Current Conditions
Reported Thu, Feb 26, 04:45 PM UTC
Freezing Level
-70m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
330m
Temp
-1.8°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
61cm
14-Day Forecast
14.7cm
Mid-Mountain
565m
Temp
-3.3°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
61cm
14-Day Forecast
15.3cm
Summit
800m
Temp
-4.8°C
Wind
1.6km/h
Snow Depth
61cm
14-Day Forecast
16.6cm
Live Conditions
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Local Reports
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 (800m)
10-Day Forecast
Fri
27
❄️
-0.1°
-5°
Sat
28
❄️
0.8°
-4.3°
0.2cm
Sun
1
❄️
-4.6°
-8.5°
0.7cm
Mon
2
☁️
-5°
-11°
Tue
3
☁️
-0.6°
-14.7°
Wed
4
❄️
-1.5°
-17.6°
1.7cm
Thu
5
❄️
-1.6°
-12.9°
1.5cm
Fri
6
❄️
-4.6°
-14.9°
0.3cm
Sat
7
❄️
-3°
-6.6°
12.2cm
Sun
8
❄️
-1.1°
-6.6°
2.8cm
Summit elevation (800m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Thu, Feb 26, 04:45 PM UTC
331.2cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+4%
vs 5-Year Avg
317cm avg by now
+4%
vs 30-Year Avg
317cm avg by now
317cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has been significantly higher than the 30-year average, indicating a notable upward trend. The most recent season recorded 141.3 cm, which is 6% above the 5-year average and 47% above the 30-year average. While there is some year-to-year variability, with a low of 120.8 cm in 2020 and a peak of 161 cm in 2022, the overall pattern reflects increased snowfall in recent years compared to long-term historical norms. No significant anomalies or abrupt declines are evident within this period.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.