1 cm of fresh snow has accumulated in Niseko in the 12 hours to 7am.
Conditions at Hirafu midway station (820m)
Snowfall estimated: 5 cm
Temperature: -6.5 °C
Wind: NNW 5.5 m/s
Conditions observed in Niseko Town (139m)
Snowfall observed: 1 cm
Temperature: -2 °C
Wind: N 2 m/s
A few cm of new snow is covering outside. I went to Niseko Village and took top lift. Top lift was closed a day before, so snow was untouched and deep. I enjoyed fresh creamy snow!
Okay, now I need to hike to find fresh snow. Or I might have a rest day before next snow fall. If you are keen to hike, there are many guiding company who take you to back country safely. http://www.explore-niseko.com/
Next snow is forecast for Thursday night.
– Maiko :)
