Heavy snow and blizzard expected in Hokkaido until the 25th, warning of traffic disturbances (weather forecaster Masayoshi Sato January 22, 2024) – Japan Weather Association tenki.jp
Hokkaido: Heavy snow and blizzard expected through the 25th, warning of traffic disruptions, etc.
January 22, 2024 16:17
The wind and snow will become stronger around Hokkaido through the 25th (Thursday) due to the passage of a developing low pressure system and a strong winter-like pressure pattern. It is necessary to be cautious of traffic disruptions caused by blizzard and heavy snow. Please pay close attention to future weather information and be prepared for any eventuality.
Tomorrow, the 23rd, there will be heavy snow in northern and eastern Hokkaido. There is a risk of heavy snowfall in northern Hokkaido.
A developing low pressure system is approaching Hokkaido, and snow has fallen widely in southern Hokkaido from yesterday (21st) to today (22nd). 29 cm of snow fell at Hakodate Airport in one day yesterday, marking the highest daily snowfall since statistics began in 2006. Snow will continue to fall across Hokkaido today, and there will be heavy snow in some areas, especially along the coast. In southern Hokkaido, there will be rain due to the warm air brought in by the low pressure system, and there is a risk of thunderstorms starting in the evening.
Also, tomorrow (23rd), a low pressure system will approach Hokkaido, and the gradient of atmospheric pressure will become even larger. It is expected that snow will continue to fall widely across Hokkaido, with particularly heavy snowfall in northern and eastern Hokkaido. The amount of snow expected to fall in the 24 hours until noon tomorrow will reach 50cm in many places. As the wind blows strongly from the south or east, please be careful not only to traffic obstruction due to heavy blizzard and snowdrifts, but also to strong winds and high waves.
If you find yourself stranded due to a blizzard or heavy snow
Hokkaido continues to experience strong winds and snow. It is best to refrain from going out unless necessary, but if you do have to go out by car, be sure to be fully prepared in case you get stuck due to a blizzard or heavy snow. It’s a good idea to prepare a shovel for snow removal, winter clothes, thick gloves, boots, etc., as well as food and drinks. Also, when you park your car in a safe place and wait for the weather to improve, be sure to thoroughly remove snow from the muffler exhaust port, etc., to prevent exhaust gas from filling the car and causing carbon monoxide poisoning during heating. Let’s go.
However, this time the low pressure system is moving slowly, so there is a possibility that the stormy weather will continue for a long time. The best self-defense measure is probably to refrain from going out. Please consider your courage and decision to stop going out depending on the situation.
The peak of wind and snow is towards the 25th, and the weather is still not clear after that.
The day after tomorrow, the 24th, the low pressure system is expected to move to the east, and the area around Hokkaido is expected to experience a gradually stronger winter-like pressure pattern. It will snow on the Sea of Japan and Sea of Okhotsk sides into the following day, the 25th, and the wind and snow will become stronger. Since the wind direction will be from the north, there is a risk of heavy snow from the Sapporo area to the Chitose area depending on the trend of the low pressure system. Please be aware that transportation may be affected.
Although the peak of wind and snow and heavy snow is expected to pass on the 26th (Friday), the winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern will continue until the 28th (Sunday). There will be sunny periods on the Pacific Ocean side, but the Sea of Japan and Sea of Okhotsk sides will be covered in clouds, and it is likely that it will snow occasionally.
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