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Shiga Yakebitaiyama Snow Forecast - 1st May 2026

Shiga Yakebitaiyama Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 01 May 2026 05:43 CDT

Snow Forecast for Shiga Yakebitaiyama

Snow and Weather from 1 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Shiga Yakebitaiyama Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Shiga Yakebitaiyama?

Shiga Yakebitaiyama Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,770m)
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There is no snow currently in the forecast for Shiga Yakebitaiyama.

Forecast for today in Shiga Yakebitaiyama

Max 10℃
Min 3℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 10℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Fri
01

Snow unlikely

MixedShwrsLt DrizzleClear

Clear spells first, rain showers then light drizzle, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Shiga Yakebitaiyama are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Shiga Yakebitaiyama from OpenMeteo(JMA)
Fri
01
Sat
02
Sun
03
Mon
04
Tue
05
Wed
06
Thu
07
WindSW F2
2,000m
7℃
Mixed
12℃
Clear
11℃
Mixed
8℃
Mixed
9℃
Mixed
7℃
Cloud
11℃
Shwrs
SW F2
1,770m
9℃
Mixed
13℃
Clear
12℃
Mixed
9℃
Mixed
10℃
Mixed
8℃
Cloud
12℃
Shwrs
SW F2
1,540m
10℃
Mixed
15℃
Clear
14℃
Mixed
11℃
Mixed
12℃
Mixed
10℃
Cloud
14℃
Shwrs
Snow Line

1,725m

1,755m

Max Town10℃15℃14℃11℃12℃10℃14℃
Min Town3℃3℃5℃5℃4℃6℃5℃

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.

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Snow Forecast near Shiga Yakebitaiyama

Snow Forecasts for Ski Resorts near Shiga Yakebitaiyama
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Snow Reliability

Shiga Yakebitaiyama typically enjoys a snow depth of around 2 meters during peak season, with consistent snowfall from December to March. For the latest snow conditions and updates, be sure to check J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Shiga Yakebitaiyama

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