Is Biwako Valley snowsure?
The snowiest week in Biwako Valley is week 4 of January. There are typically 4.3 snowy days during this week with 25 cm of snowfall. Check out the Biwako Valley Snow History graphs below. Select any week of the year to see the typical Ski Conditions, Snowfall Amount and Temperature based on nowcast weather data over the last 11 years.Average monthly snow in Biwako Valley
| Month | Snow amount (week) | Snow days (week) |
|---|---|---|
| December | 10 cm | 3.0 days |
| January | 18 cm | 4.1 days |
| February | 13 cm | 3.4 days |
| March | 5 cm | 2.0 days |
| April | 1 cm | 0.5 days |
Average Snow and Weather Conditions in Biwako Valley during November (week 1):
The average snowfall forecast during week 1 of November for Biwako Valley is 0 cm. There are typically 0.1 snowy days during this week. Biwako Valley expected weather and snow conditions during the first week of November at the middle elevation of the ski area at 1062m, based on historical averages over the last 17 years: At this time of year the mean freezing level (2936m) is far above the mid altitude of Biwako Valley. Snow falls on just one day every 7 years in Biwako Valley at the start of November but in a typical year there are a couple of wet days during this week of November. In the years when snow falls at this time of year, forecast model average snowfall for the week is 0cm. Temperatures generally above freezing both day and night in Biwako Valley during week one of November with average maximum temperature 9.4°C and minimum temperature 8.3°C at the mid altitude. Expect the sun to shine on three or four days per week. Mostly light winds (average 19km/h) are unlikely to affect lift operations but you can expect the mean wind to reach 30km/h one day per week. Based on historical averages, we don't expect any fresh snow days or any bluebird days at the middle elevation of the ski area of Biwako Valley at this time of year.
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Biwako Valley Snow Depths
Recorded snow depths for the upper and lower slopes in Biwako Valley and (2009 – 2026).
The most cherished days on the mountain in Biwako Valley are Bluebird Powder days when it is mostly sunny with light winds following very recent snowfall. Poorer weather conditions may prevail on Powder days when the visibility can be limited but the snow is significantly deep and fresh for keen powder-hounds. Bluebird days can suit many skiers that aren’t necessarily hunting powder but want to enjoy the snowy mountains in sunnier conditions and light winds.
The snowiest weeks of the year in Biwako Valley are shown but also bear in mind the number of days that it typically snows each week if you want regular fresh tracks. The risk of a rainy day is shown but be sure to switch between elevations to see if lower lifts are rain affected or higher lifts remain snowy despite any rain further down the mountain.
The highest and lowest temperatures averaged for each week of the year in Biwako Valley are shown. Check out the risk of freze-thaw conditions prevailing at different elevations for any given week. We also show the extremes of temperature (blue/red dots) that reveal the chance of unusually warm or cold conditions.
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