Japan Weather Today日本語Niseko weather today
A world-famous ski area with very light powder snow, and a quiet green escape for hiking and rafting in summer. Here is today's forecast, the best time to go and what to expect in every season.
Best time to visit Niseko
January and February for the best powder; July to September for hiking and outdoor sports.
Niseko weather through the year
- Winters are long and snowy, from December to March, often below freezing all day.
- There is no real rainy season, so June and July are good months to visit.
- Summers are pleasant and drier than in the rest of Japan, often around 25°C.
- Autumn is short and colourful; the first snow can fall in late October or November.
- Niseko gets some of the heaviest snowfall of any ski area in the world.
Niseko by season
Spring (March to May)
What to do: Spring skiing in March and April, then green fields and Mount Yotei with snow on top.
What to wear: A warm jacket: April can still be cold and snowy, May is mild.
Summer (June to August)
What to do: Rafting, cycling and hiking in cool, dry weather.
What to wear: Light clothes and a sweater for cool evenings.
Autumn (September to November)
What to do: Colourful leaves in October; the ski season usually starts in late November or early December.
What to wear: A warm jacket and layers; it cools quickly in October.
Winter (December to February)
What to do: Deep powder almost daily from December to February; check for snowstorms before driving.
What to wear: A heavy winter coat, thermal layers, gloves, a hat and snow boots with grip.
More than a forecast
- Hour-by-hour forecast with rain timing, feels-like temperature, UV and daily tips.
- Rain radar from JMA, 3 hours back and 15 hours ahead, plus live Himawari satellite clouds.
- Official warnings: heavy rain, heatstroke alerts, earthquakes, tsunami and typhoons, in plain English.
- Trip planner and road trips: the weather for every stop, and every rest stop on your route.
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Questions
What is the weather in Niseko today?
The 5-day forecast on this page updates automatically. Open the app for the hour-by-hour forecast, rain timing and official JMA warnings for Niseko.
When is the best time to visit Niseko?
January and February for the best powder; July to September for hiking and outdoor sports.
When is the rainy season in Niseko?
There is no real rainy season here.
Does it snow in Niseko?
Snow covers the ground from about December to March; pavements can be icy, so wear boots with grip.
Is there a free weather app for Niseko in English?
Yes. Japan Weather Today is free, needs no sign-up and works in English, Japanese, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Korean. It runs in your browser and can be added to your home screen.
