Weekend weather: Snowfall further increases in northern Japan, dryness continues on the Pacific side, cold weather on the 1st and 2nd
November 30, 2023 15:39
In northern Japan, where snowfall is rapidly increasing over the weekend, the snowfall will increase further, raising the risk of snow-related accidents. Be careful of accidents during snow removal, snow accumulation, and frozen roads. The Pacific side will continue to be sunny and dry. Fires are likely to occur, so be careful of sources of fire. Tomorrow, the 1st and 2nd, when December begins, will be the coldest days of winter.
Be careful of snow accidents as snowfall increases in northern Japan
From yesterday, the 29th (Wednesday) to today, the 30th (Thursday), a winter-like atmospheric pressure pattern has strengthened, and strong cold air for this time of year is flowing into the skies over northern Japan.
As a result, snowfall is rapidly increasing in Hokkaido and Tohoku over a wide area, including flat areas.
As of 3 p.m., the deepest snowfall was 97 centimeters in Sukayu in the Hakkoda Mountains in Aomori Prefecture, 76 centimeters in Horokanai Town, Hokkaido, and 25 centimeters in Aomori City.In Hokkaido and Tohoku, it was 20 to 40 centimeters since yesterday, the 29th. There are places where snowfall is rapidly increasing. Sukayu will soon become the first area in the country to receive 1 meter of snow this season.
Tomorrow, the 1st (Friday), Hokkaido and Tohoku will continue to see snow in similar areas, with varying degrees of intensity, and further snow accumulation is expected. In addition, winds will continue to be strong, especially along the coasts of Hokkaido and Tohoku, and visibility may be poor in some places due to snowstorms.
When driving a car, you need to be careful about the effects of traffic. If you must drive on snowy roads, please do so with caution, even if you are used to driving on snowy roads. You need to be very careful not to get involved in a snow accident.
Although the snowfall will gradually weaken on the 2nd (Saturday), it is still expected to snow on and off in Hokkaido and Tohoku, and there is a possibility that snowfall will increase locally in the morning.
On the 3rd (Sunday), wet snow and rain will intensify in Tohoku and Hokuriku, where a low-pressure system is approaching, and road conditions will deteriorate rapidly in some places. If you go out over the weekend, please be careful about how the snow falls.
Points to note when driving on snowy roads
When driving on snowy roads, please install snow tires and drive more slowly and carefully than usual to avoid sudden starts or stops. Allow at least double the distance between cars than usual. Road surfaces are prone to freezing at tunnel entrances and exits, and on bridges, so be especially careful. Check information on road closures and traffic jams before heading out.
Please do not drive two-wheeled vehicles (motorcycles or bicycles) as there is a high risk of them falling over. When using public transportation, it is expected that it will take longer and be more crowded than usual due to reduced speeds and slower speeds. Please check service information and detour routes before taking action.
If you take action before the peak of heavy snow has passed, you could be seriously injured or have trouble returning home. Please proceed with caution.
Sunny and dry air on the Pacific side, be careful of fires
By the end of the week, the Pacific Ocean is expected to be largely sunny and the air will continue to be dry.
Today, the 30th (Thursday), the air is dry mainly on the Pacific coast from Hokkaido to Kyushu, and dry weather advisories have been issued in some places.
The lowest humidity in Japan by 3:00 pm was 19% in Nanbu Town, Yamanashi Prefecture, 21% in Utsunomiya City, and 25% in Kushiro City, the lowest of the season.
In central Tokyo, the rate has dropped to 32%, creating conditions that are prone to fires.
The Pacific Ocean is expected to be sunny and fire-prone conditions will continue into the weekend. Be careful of the source of fire, and be careful not to dry your skin or throat.
There are concerns about water shortages in western Japan, but as rainfall continues to be low, please try to conserve water.
December 1st and 2nd are the real cold of winter. Temperatures rise rapidly in the middle of the week. Be careful of temperature differences.
Tomorrow, December will start, and the whole country will be covered in cold air, and even the sunny Pacific side will be in the cold of winter.
The maximum temperature is below 13 degrees Celsius from the Kanto region to the west, and warm clothing is a must even during the day. After that, on the 2nd (Saturday) and 3rd (Sunday), the weather will become even colder in the mornings and evenings in some places, especially from eastern to western Japan. Please stay warm this weekend.
The weather will be mostly sunny on the 4th (Monday), but it is likely to rain widely starting on the 5th (Tuesday).
In the middle of the week, the cold air will turn once again and warm air will flow in again, with temperatures in central Tokyo and other areas expected to reach close to 20 degrees Celsius.
Tomorrow, December will start to get colder nationwide, but we can’t just go straight into winter, and temperatures will fluctuate wildly. Please be careful not to get sick due to the temperature difference.
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