Kumanoyu snow report
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Kumanoyu
Kumanoyu ski resort in Japan offers a variety of ski trails suitable for all levels, with a focus on intermediate and advanced skiers. The resort is known for its challenging off-piste skiing and has hosted World Cup events in the past. An interesting fact about Kumanoyu is that the resort was established in 1933 and is one of the oldest ski resorts in Japan. For beginners, the resort offers a gentle slope area for practice. The best apres ski bar at Kumanoyu is the Lodge Yama-no-Uchi, which serves local craft beer and has a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: Kumanoyu Ski Resort is located in the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in the Nagano Prefecture of Japan. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including:
1. The Kiso Mountains: These mountains run through the Nagano Prefecture and are known for their rugged terrain and beautiful landscapes.
2. The Yatsugatake Mountains: This range is located to the west of Kumanoyu Ski Resort and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
3. The Chuo Alps: This range is located to the north of the resort and is known for its high peaks and challenging terrain.
In terms of mountain aspects, Kumanoyu Ski Resort offers a variety of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort has slopes for beginners, intermediate skiers, and advanced riders, as well as a terrain park for freestyle enthusiasts. The resort also offers backcountry skiing opportunities for more experienced riders looking to explore off-piste terrain.
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 Kumanoyu -- 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 Kumanoyu in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Kumanoyu reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Kumanoyu
Where does the snow data for Kumanoyu 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 Kumanoyu?
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 Kumanoyu?
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 Kumanoyu.