2025.02.17 Monday

Moiwa Mountain base -2℃, 2cm wet snow, light winds. Moiwa 800m: -4.1℃, NNW3.4m/s, No cornice or slab development, 3cm new snow, bad visibility. Mikaeri 750m: -5℃,NW1.0m/s, 3cm new snow, bad visibility, thick fog from 600-700m. Annupuri 1100m: -6.2℃, WNW3.4m/s, no significant cornice development. Hirafu Hanazono 1000m: -5.7℃,  ESE2.0m/s, 3cm new snow. Coastal data: Benkei Cape NNW10m/s, Kamui Cape N3m/s, 1003hPa, wave 0.7m. 

The current low pressure zone is dropping intermittent light snowfall and warm air is continuing to flow into the valley. There is a dense fog layer around the 600-700m level. With only a little snow overnight, the mountain is still covered with yesterday's traverse lines. From observations, tests, and a data review, the overall avalanche risk is low. But beware of heavy avalanches and collapsing blocks below lift lines and on steep slopes. Do not duck ropes in search of snow or to ride strictly off limits areas. One set of tracks will lead others to follow, eventually resulting in an accident. In any case, it snowed overnight, so be happy. Be careful when skiing in the trees, it will be easy to catch an edge. Gate openings are yet to be decided. Please understand and follow the patrol's decisions. Beware of sudden changes in weather. People going to the mountains should prepare beacons and probes, shovels, short ropes, and emergency food. Always check your location when in the mountains. There is no safety in the winter mountains. Again - Beware of sudden changes in weather. Have a nice day.

Quote: Niseko Avalanche Information