Here is a round up of snowfall predictions for the next few days in Hakuba from Snowforecast.com, the data is taken at mid station on Hakuba 47, which you could argue is the center of the resort.

Read on to find out if we're due snow any day soon >>

Pinpoint Weather are renowned as the leading weather forecasters in Japan. Their detailed weather reports are very accurate even in the mountain regions.

Weather is an incredibly complex topic, you could spend a lifetime studying all the different types of climate and weather conditions in the world. Fortunately however, weather is here all the time! Whether it is seducing you with its warmth and sunshine or potentially placing you in danger with low cloud and storms, it is an ever present dimension of the outdoor scene and one that without which, the mountains would be a great deal less interesting. Read More

For a really complete view of the weather our satellite weather page brings you images from the MTSAT system of meteorological satellites; showing weather patterns across Japan. Rather than trusting the forecasters you can watch the weather patterns and draw your own conclusions.

The pictures are all colour-enhanced to help clearly show the outlines of the the landmasses, and the satellites use infrared imaging to accurately map cloud patterns - even at night when, of course, clouds wouldn't normally be visible. All satellite images shown remain the copyright of MATSAT and Koichi University. Read More

Wondering what conditions are like in resort right now? Well you can see for yourself, thanks to our network of webcams around the resort.
These webcams are most comprehensive coverage of the resort we can. Our list shows available webcam images throughout the resort as well as ski areas. Read More