Shiga Maruike Snow Report and Forecast
Snow Forecast for Shiga Maruike
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This is the Snow Forecast for Shiga Maruike, Japan for 16 days from 13 March.
Updated 13 March 2025 14:35 UTC.
| Next Snow Expected | 18 March |
|---|---|
| Next Snow Amount | 1cm 1in |
| Next 48 Hours | - - |
| Next 7 Days | 6cm 2in |
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For Forecast detail, see below.
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Shiga Maruike.
Forecast for today in Shiga Maruike
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Shiga Maruike has no new snow forecast in the next 48 hours.
Shiga Maruike Snow Report
| Upper Snow Depths |
| - |
| Lower Snow Depths |
| - |
| Snow Conditions |
| - |
Shiga Maruike 7-Day Snow Forecast Overview
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| Thu 13 | Fri 14 | Sat 15 | Sun 16 | Mon 17 | Tue 18 | Wed 19 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wind | NE F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,599m 5,246ft | 16℃ 61°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 50°F
 | 12℃ 53°F
 | -1℃ 29°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 31°F
 +1cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +4cm +2in
|
| NE F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | |||||
| 1,532m 5,026ft | 16℃ 61°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| -1℃ 30°F
+1cm
| 0℃ 32°F
+1cm +1in
| -2℃ 28°F
+4cm +2in
|
| NE F2 | SW F2 | NW F2 | NW F2 | ||||
| 1,465m 4,806ft | 16℃ 61°F
| 15℃ 58°F
| 10℃ 50°F
| 12℃ 53°F
| -3℃ 27°F
+2cm +1in
| -1℃ 31°F
+2cm +1in
| -3℃ 27°F
 +4cm +2in
|
| Snow Line | 1,465m 4,806ft | 1,465m 4,806ft | 1,465m 4,806ft | ||||
| Max Town | 16℃ 61°F | 15℃ 58°F | 10℃ 50°F | 12℃ 53°F | -3℃ 27°F | -1℃ 31°F | -3℃ 27°F |
| Min Town | 5℃ 41°F | 5℃ 40°F | 6℃ 43°F | -5℃ 24°F | -8℃ 18°F | -6℃ 21°F | -7℃ 19°F |
This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.
Shiga Maruike Medium-Range (7-Day) Snow Forecast Detail
Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 5℃ 41°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 41°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
13
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear spells then clear sky, fair later.
Max 15℃ 58°F
Min 5℃ 40°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ 40°F to daytime highs around 15℃ 58°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
14
Snow unlikely
Fair first, clear sky then fair, clear spells later.
Max 10℃ 50°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 6℃ 43°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 50°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sat
15
Snow unlikely
Cloudy, light drizzle, drizzle later.
Max 12℃ 53°F
Min -5℃ 24°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -5℃ 24°F and rising to 12℃ 53°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
16
Snow unlikely
Light rain first, rain showers then clear spells, cloudy later.
Max -3℃ 27°F
Min -8℃ 18°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -8℃ 18°F and not getting above -3℃ 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Mon
17
1cm to 2cm up to 1in New Snow
Light snow showers early, then clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -1℃ 31°F
Min -6℃ 21°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -6℃ 21°F and not getting above -1℃ 31°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Tue
18
1cm to 2cm 1in New Snow
Light snow showers first, clear spells then fair, cloudy later.
Snow falling to resort level.
Max -3℃ 27°F
Min -7℃ 19°F
Below freezing at all levels, with valley temperatures as low as -7℃ 19°F and not getting above -3℃ 27°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall per hour
Snow Line
Wed
19
4cm 2in New Snow
Snow showers, light snow, clear spells later.
Snow falling to resort level.
This Snow Forecast for Shiga Maruike, Japan gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Shiga Maruike, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Shiga Maruike Snow Forecast updated at 14:35 UTC, next update expected imminently.
Snow Forecast near Shiga Maruike
| Snow Report and Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Mon | Tue | Wed | 7 Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiga Okusiga Kogen | - | 9cm 3in | |||||||
| Shiga Giant | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Hoppo Bunadaira | - | 6cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Higashitateyama | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Yakebitaiyama | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Hasuike | - | 3cm 1in |
Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Shiga Maruike
Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Shiga Maruike, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Shiga Maruike, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.
Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:
Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste
These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.
- Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
- Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.
WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Shiga Maruike is uncontrolled and un-marked slopes are not made safe (from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, know the Avalanche Risk Level, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.
Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts
Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Shiga Maruike will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.
New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.
Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.
Predicting Future Snow Quality
Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Shiga Maruike for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.
Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.