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Niseko Now: Thursday 28th November 2019

  • Nov 28, 2019
  • 3 min read

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Niseko region of Hokkaido


New snowfall at base 1cm
Snowfall at base this season 56cm

Posted on Thursday 28th November 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Niseko Now report can be found here


Some light rain yesterday afternoon in base areas I'm afraid and I only have what amounts to a sprinkling of snow to report to you this morning. There was a bit up on the mountain during the day yesterday I hear, but it didn't manage to get down here, where it was remaining relatively mild.


It is definitely colder this morning.


The weekly forecast is showing some regular snowfall in the coming week, though with the chance of some rain and milder conditions over the weekend again.


A prolonged delay is of course disappointing, but as long as the taps are turned soon...


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If you are like me, you might not be a big fan of airports. In my case it is probably due to over-exposure over the years, but I enjoy spending as little time in them as possible and try not to be seduced by all the yummy things to eat and stuff to spend money on.


I do remember at one time being excited at the thought of visiting the airport and what was ahead, of course, so I am sure that is the case for visitors. Especially ones looking forward to some Niseko snowy goodness.


Anyway, apparently New Chitose Airport has had something of a refresh this year with new stuff to help the process (and no doubt new stuff to sell you too!)


Enjoy the facilities and be excited about what is ahead...


* Now all we need is that fluffy goodness!


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Planned opening dates:


Niseko Annupuri

As soon as there is enough snow


Niseko Grand Hirafu

As soon as there is enough snow


Niseko Village

Sunday 1st December 2019


Niseko HANAZONO Resort

Saturday 7th December 2019


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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 Thursday 28th November 2019 Total snowfall at base so far 56cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 8 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 18cm (16th November) November 2019 snowfall 56cm reported on 8 days



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