Snow Day Bliss in Nozawa
Snow Day Bliss in Nozawa
Good morning from a winter wonderland! 🌨️ It’s snowing heavily here in Nozawa Onsen, with big, fluffy flakes layering the village in white magic. The snow is expected to continue until Thursday night, easing into light snow this afternoon—perfect conditions to hit the slopes or enjoy the serene beauty of the village.
Yesterday brought us a mix of clouds and sunshine peeking through, creating a stunning backdrop for skiers and snowboarders. With negative temps keeping the snow light and fresh, it was a dream day on the mountain. The snow base up top is sitting at 115 cm with 10 cm of fresh overnight—and it’s going up fast! All lifts are running smoothly today with the same courses open, and even more of the mountain is set to open in just a few days. Exciting times ahead!
Christmas is just around the corner, and we couldn’t ask for a better forecast to celebrate the season. Starting Saturday night (the 21st), a massive snowfall is expected to roll in and continue through Tuesday morning—guaranteeing a powder-filled holiday! 🎄❄️
TODAY:
🌡️ Temperature at the top: -5°C
❄️ New snow since yesterday: 10cm
🏔️ Base at the top of Nagasaka: 115cm
❄️ Snow conditions: Powder
🌤️ Weather: Mostly cloudy, snowing all day
⛷️ Runs: Yamabiko A-E, Uenotaira
🚡 Lifts: Nagasaka Gondola, Yamabiko 4, Yamabiko 2nd 4
SNOW FORECAST:
Big snow day in Nozawa with heavy flakes falling this morning, steadily adding to the base. Now sitting at an impressive 115 cm up top, with fresh layers growing fast. Temperatures at Yamabiko are holding at a chilly -10°C, accompanied by gentle 10 km/h northern winds, which will shift to western winds tomorrow. Looking ahead, the weather will warm slightly with sunshine expected on Friday and Saturday—could get an epic bluebird day!🌞❄️
But don’t put away your powder gear just yet! Winter vibes return Saturday night, with an impressive forecast promising over a meter of fresh snow in just 72 hours. It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable week of skiing and snowboarding here in Nozawa. Stay tuned for updates, and let’s get ready for some epic conditions! 🏔️