Kayama Captain Coast snow report
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Kayama Captain Coast
Kayama Captain Coast ski resort in Japan offers a diverse range of slopes suitable for all levels of skiing. The resort boasts of its best trails, which are the challenging black diamond runs, such as The Captain and The Challenger. An interesting fact is that the resort is the birthplace of Japanese freestyle skiing. For beginners, a suggestion is to try the gentle slopes of the Family Course, which offers a perfect learning environment. The best apres ski bar in the resort is the Bar Captain, which offers a wide range of drinks and snacks, and live music on weekends.
Terrain mix: Kayama-Captain-Coast Ski Resort is located in Japan and is known for its stunning mountain ranges and aspects. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. Mt. Kayama: This prominent mountain range is located near the ski resort and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. It is a popular destination for hiking and skiing enthusiasts.
2. Mt. Captain: Another notable mountain range near the ski resort, Mt. Captain offers challenging terrain for advanced skiers and snowboarders. The views from the top are spectacular, making it a must-visit for outdoor enthusiasts.
3. Coastal views: The ski resort is situated near the coast, offering stunning views of the sea and surrounding islands. Visitors can enjoy the unique combination of mountain and coastal scenery while skiing or snowboarding.
4. Snow-covered peaks: During the winter months, the mountains surrounding the ski resort are blanketed in snow, creating a picturesque winter wonderland. The snow-covered peaks provide a serene and peaceful atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.
Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects of Kayama-Captain-Coast Ski Resort in Japan offer a unique and unforgettable experience for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Kayama Captain Coast -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Kayama Captain Coast in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Kayama Captain Coast reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Kayama Captain Coast
Where does the snow data for Kayama Captain Coast come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Kayama Captain Coast?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Kayama Captain Coast?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Kayama Captain Coast.