霧雨のイゾラ山頂、午後強風と視界不良

Today, the Mount Isola summit of Rusutsu Resort is forecast to experience light rain or drizzle throughout the day. As of 7 AM, the summit temperature is 3 degrees Celsius, with a perceived temperature of -0.7 degrees Celsius, making it quite chilly. Visibility remains poor, less than 1 kilometer. There is approximately a 4-degree Celsius temperature difference between the summit and the base.

Drizzle will continue during the day, leading to wet to muddy ground conditions as there is no snow cover. Waterproof hiking boots and full rain gear are essential. Perceived temperatures will hover between sub-zero and 1 degree Celsius throughout the day, so layering with a quick-dry base layer, a fleece mid-layer, and a waterproof-breathable outer shell is crucial to prevent hypothermia.

Notably, winds will strengthen from noon to 3 PM, with gusts expected to reach 17 meters per second. This strong wind significantly increases the likelihood of lift and gondola closures to the Mount Isola summit. Activities on exposed ridges and open areas are dangerous due to the risk of losing balance. Given the poor visibility and strong winds, coupled with the risk of rapid body temperature loss if wet, it is highly recommended to cancel any plans for the Mount Isola summit area today.

Precipitation will cease from evening onwards, with clear skies and sub-zero temperatures forecast for the night. While the weather improves later, nighttime activities should still be avoided.