雨と残雪で足元悪化。日中も低体温症に厳重警戒

Current conditions at Asahidake summit show cloudy skies with a temperature of 3.4 degrees Celsius, feeling like 1.1 degrees Celsius. This is 3.3 degrees colder than the base station. There is currently 21 centimeters of snow on the ground. Throughout the day, light drizzle and rain are expected, with temperatures hovering around 3 degrees Celsius. However, wind speeds will gradually increase, causing the perceived temperature to remain below freezing. By 3 PM, wind gusts could reach 10 meters per second, bringing the perceived temperature down to approximately -5 degrees Celsius.

The risk of hypothermia is very high as the body will get wet from the continuous rain. A waterproof and windproof shell jacket and pants are essential. The trail from the Asahidake Ropeway Sugatami Station to the summit will be very slippery due to a mix of melting snow and mud. Especially around the fumarole area (Jigokudani), the combination of snowmelt, rain, and volcanic gas will make footing difficult. Wear waterproof hiking boots and layer up with warm clothing, including gloves and a hat. Microspikes or crampons are not deemed necessary for today's mixed conditions of mud and wet snow.

While the risk of lightning is low, strong winds will become prominent in the evening. After 6 PM, gusts exceeding 14 meters per second are expected, with perceived temperatures dropping below -10 degrees Celsius. Precipitation will turn to snow from 9 PM onwards, marking the beginning of snowfall. Therefore, avoid any activities after sunset. Asahidake in September is known for its rapid seasonal changes and cold temperatures even in summer, and today