LakeHokkaido Weather Guide
Niseko Weather & What to Wear
Niseko, Kutchan, Rusutsu
Hokkaido's best-known snow resort, drawing skiers from all over the world. In winter, more than 2 m of snow falls in a month and snow depth reaches nearly 2 m. It sits at the foot of Mt. Yotei, known as the "Mt. Fuji of Hokkaido", and in summer offers outdoor activities like rafting and canoeing.
- January low
- −9.6℃
- August high
- 25.4℃
- Max snow depth
- 181cm
Forecast
Forecast: Today & the Next 7 Days
JMA forecast issued Oct 12, 11 AM
Every 3 Hours: Today & Tomorrow
- Today12 PMSunny21°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 3 PMSunny20°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 6 PMSunny15°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 PMCloudy13°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- Tomorrow12 AMCloudy12°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 3 AMCloudy11°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 6 AMSunny10°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 9 AMSunny16°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 12 PMSunny20°☂ 10%6–9m/s
- 3 PMCloudy19°☂ 10%6–9m/s
- 6 PMCloudy17°☂ 20%6–9m/s
- 9 PMCloudy16°☂ 20%6–9m/s
Weather and wind are for the wider area; temperature is for the main forecast point. Chance of rain is for the 6-hour period.
- Today10/12(Mon)Sunny, cloudy at times21°/10°Observed: 10°☂ 0%
- Tomorrow10/13(Tue)Cloudy, sunny at times21°/10°☂ 20%
- 10/14(Wed)Cloudy, rain at times—/—☂ 90%
- 10/15(Thu)Cloudy, brief rain—/—☂ 50%Reliability C
- 10/16(Fri)Cloudy, brief rain—/—☂ 50%Reliability C
- 10/17(Sat)Cloudy—/—☂ 40%Reliability B
- 10/18(Sun)Cloudy—/—☂ 40%Reliability C
- ☂ Chance of rain
- From day 3, the weekly forecast covers a wider prefecture-level area.
- Reliability of the weekly forecast (A: high, B: fairly high, C: fairly low)
- "Observed" is the temperature measured so far today by JMA weather stations (AMeDAS), not a forecast.
- Temperatures from day 3 are not shown because the weekly forecast has no point for this area.
- Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (weather forecast)
Best Season
Best Time to Visit Niseko
Climate
Niseko Temperature & Snow Through the Year
Monthly high / low temperature (°C)
HighLow
Monthly max snow depth (cm)
Month by Month
Month-by-Month Weather & What to Wear
| Month | High | Low | Precip. | Max snow depth | What to wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | −2.0℃ | −9.6℃ | 184.5mm | 155cm | Full winter gearDown coat, thermal layers, gloves, hat, snow boots |
| Feb | −1.0℃ | −9.4℃ | 129.4mm | 181cm | Full winter gearDown coat, thermal layers, gloves, hat, snow boots |
| Mar | 3.0℃ | −5.7℃ | 98.3mm | 170cm | Winter coatDown or heavy coat, gloves, waterproof shoes |
| Apr | 9.8℃ | 0.1℃ | 67.1mm | 101cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| May | 16.9℃ | 6.0℃ | 75.8mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Jun | 20.9℃ | 11.3℃ | 59.9mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Jul | 24.4℃ | 16.1℃ | 102.3mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Aug | 25.4℃ | 16.7℃ | 153.1mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Sep | 21.7℃ | 11.3℃ | 133.3mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Oct | 15.0℃ | 4.5℃ | 128.2mm | 1cm | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Nov | 6.9℃ | −1.0℃ | 182.8mm | 36cm | Winter coatDown or heavy coat, gloves, waterproof shoes |
| Dec | 0.0℃ | −6.8℃ | 217.7mm | 99cm | Full winter gearDown coat, thermal layers, gloves, hat, snow boots |
Clothing tips are based on the normal high temperature and snow depth. Bring an extra layer for mornings and evenings.
Where to Stay · Agoda
Places to Stay near NisekoPR
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Prices and availability are shown on Agoda.
Seasons
Niseko Through the Seasons
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Spring
Mar–MayMarch is spring-skiing season. Around 1 m of snow still remains in the mountains in April.
☀️
Summer
Jun–AugHighs around 25°C. Season for rafting, canoeing and golf.
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Autumn
Sep–NovAround mid-October, the slopes of Mt. Yotei and Niseko Annupuri turn red and gold.
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Winter
Dec–FebSki season gets going in mid-December. Mornings drop to nearly -10°C.
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves in Niseko
LakeAirport Access
Getting to Niseko from the airport
Compare trains, buses and taxis from the airport by travel time and fare.
Travel Passes
Travel passes you can use in Niseko
🚄 JRJapan Rail Pass
Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed
From ¥50,000
Plan Your Trip
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Other Areas
Weather in Other Areas
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperature and snow figures are normals from the Kutchan station; actual weather varies from year to year.
