30 cm of fresh snow has accumulated in Niseko in the 12 hours to 7am.
Conditions at Hirafu midway station (820m)
Snowfall estimated: 30-40 cm
Temperature: -14 °C
Wind: W 10 m/s
Conditions observed in Niseko Town (139m)
Snowfall observed: 30 cm
Temperature: -11 °C
Wind: WSW 4 m/s
Wow, it’s so white outside. Over 30 cm of new snow has falling and still snowing like crazy. I went to Niseko Village yesterday and had three runs at powdery Super station. I had to finish after 3 runs as it was super cold and my hands were frozen.
Wind is still strong and visibility is poor so the top lifts might closed again. I’m going to Niseko Village, hoping the gate 11 will open today. Snow is super deep, need fat skies/boards and leash for skies. It’s super cold again, make sure you wear extra layer and face mask, pocket hand warmers also essential.
Deep snow, windy and cold weather will continue for next few days. Don’t catch cold and enjoy JAPOW!!
– Maiko :)
