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Niseko Now: Friday 15th November 2019

  • Nov 15, 2019
  • 2 min read

Updated: Dec 5, 2025

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido


New snowfall at base 5cm
Snowfall at base this season 6cm

Posted on Friday 15th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here


Hokkaido has been on the receiving end of a very wintery storm and we have some fresh snow. Hurray!


We had a bit during the day yesterday and this morning I am measuring 5cm. So while not huge amounts, we once again we have a white covering on the ground. The forecast is still looking good too with snow and winds lined up over the next few days and right now there's some very foggy looking clouds covering the mountain.


So I'm feeling very positive about an 'on-time' start to the season next Saturday and can't wait to get out there. That first slide of the season is always special.


Niseko Annupuri

Saturday 23rd November 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020


Niseko Grand Hirafu

Saturday 23rd November 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020


Niseko Village

Sunday 1st December 2019 until Wednesday 6th May 2020


Niseko HANAZONO Resort

Saturday 7th December 2019 until early April 2020


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Night time operations will be available at the Niseko Grand Hirafu, Niseko Village and Niseko Annupuri resorts. That is planned daily between Wednesday 11th December 2019 and Sunday 22nd March 2020.



Niseko Now 2019-2020 season

Data as of Friday 15th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 6cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 5cm (15th November) November 2019 snowfall 6cm reported on 2 days



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