Year-End and New Year Weather Forecast 2023-2024: Rain and Snow Expected in Japan

2023-12-13 06:57:04

Weather forecast for the year-end and New Year holidays: Cold air is weak and winter-like weather is not expected to continue. Possibility of rain and snow on the Pacific side due to passage of low pressure system

December 13, 2023 15:57

During the year-end and New Year holidays from 2023 to 2024, the influence of cold air is expected to be weaker, and temperatures are expected to be higher than usual. It will rain even in areas where it usually snows. Additionally, there is a possibility that a low pressure system will pass near Japan, and it is likely that there will be days of rain and snow across the country.

Latest weather forecast for New Year holidays from 2023 to 2024

The Japan Weather Association has released the latest year-end and New Year weather forecast for 2023-2024.
According to the Japan Weather Association’s own forecasts, during the year-end and New Year holidays from 2023 to 2024, the influence of cold air flowing into the sky will be weak, making it difficult for winter-like atmospheric pressure patterns to persist. Therefore, there is a possibility that a low pressure system will pass near Japan, and the weather will temporarily deteriorate even in areas on the Pacific side that do not have an umbrella symbol, causing rain and snow to fall over a wide area.

In areas along the Sea of ​​Japan, the weather tends to be sluggish, with snow falling mainly in high-altitude mountainous regions, but due to higher-than-usual temperatures, even if it snows in flat areas, it is expected to be temporary and there will be many days when it rains. is. If you plan to drive over a mountain pass, please check the road conditions and be sure to use winter tires when driving on snowy roads.

As temperatures are higher than usual, areas that are prone to snow are expected to experience wet snow and rain with a high moisture content. It’s a good idea to have an umbrella ready when you return home.
In areas with heavy snowfall, be careful of snow falling from the roof or accidents while removing snow. Road conditions tend to change depending on the time of day, so when driving back home, you need to be careful regarding muddy roads during the day and frozen roads at night and early in the morning. Also, since there is a possibility of avalanches occurring, please enjoy leisure activities at ski resorts on designated courses.

Even in areas on the Pacific side, which tend to be sunny during the year-end and New Year holidays, there are expected to be days when the weather is bad. Please check the latest weather forecast.

Precautions when removing snow

During the busy year-end and New Year holidays, you want to remove snow that has accumulated on your roof as soon as possible. However, accidents while removing snow occur every year. Never assume that it’s okay just because you’re used to it; instead, be sure to check the precautions you need to take when removing snow safely. Before starting work, be sure to ask a family member or work with at least two people.

(1)Before removing snow, be sure to check that the snow is not loose. Fresh snow or a warm, sunny followingnoon can especially loosen the snow on your roof. Temperatures will be higher than usual during the year-end and New Year holidays, so you need to be especially careful. Icicles may also fall with the snow.

(2) If you use a ladder to climb onto the roof, be sure to secure the ladder firmly with ropes, etc. to prevent it from moving. When moving from the ladder to the roof, extra care must be taken to avoid falling.

(3) When removing snow, leave the snow around the building. In the unlikely event that you fall off the roof, the snow will act as a cushion. Even if it’s a hassle, be sure to wear a lifeline, a helmet, and non-slip shoes. Don’t forget to bring your cell phone with you while you work.

Danger of normal tires

When you drive on snowy roads with normal tires, the tires become hard due to low temperatures and lose their adhesion, making it impossible for them to grip the road surface with friction. For this reason, if a vehicle “slips”, “does not stop”, or “does not turn”, it becomes impossible to control the movement that the vehicle is supposed to maintain, leading to slip accidents and traffic jams.

Driving test results show that when driving on snowy roads at 40km/h, the distance from when you step on the brake until the car stops is regarding 1.7 times longer with normal tires than with winter tires.

Normal tires are very dangerous on snowy roads, so be sure to use winter tires and chains. Roads may be icy following snow or rain. Even if it looks like there is no snow on the road, you need to be very careful when driving.

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