Maeyama snow report
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Maeyama
Maeyama Ski Resort in Japan offers skiers and snowboarders a variety of slopes, including some of the best trails for experts. The resort is situated in the village of Yuzawa, which has been a popular ski destination for over a century. An interesting fact is that the village is the setting for the classic Japanese novel "Snow Country" by Yasunari Kawabata. For beginner skiers, the suggestion would be to start on the gentle slopes at the base of the resort. For après-ski, the best suggestion would be to visit the nearby town of Yuzawa and check out the local izakayas for some delicious Japanese cuisine and drinks.
Terrain mix: Maeyama Ski Resort is located in the Niigata Prefecture in Japan. The resort is situated in the Myoko-Togakushi Renzan National Park, surrounded by several mountain ranges.
Some of the pertinent mountain ranges near Maeyama Ski Resort include:
1. Myoko Mountain Range: This range is home to Mount Myoko, a popular ski destination in Japan. The range offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders.
2. Yatsugatake Mountain Range: This range is located to the east of Maeyama Ski Resort and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. It is a popular destination for hiking and mountaineering.
3. Hakuba Mountain Range: Located to the southwest of Maeyama Ski Resort, the Hakuba Mountain Range is famous for its deep powder snow and challenging terrain for advanced skiers.
4. Tanigawa Mountain Range: Situated to the north of Maeyama Ski Resort, the Tanigawa Mountain Range is known for its steep slopes and challenging runs for experienced skiers.
Overall, Maeyama Ski Resort offers a diverse range of mountain aspects and terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.
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 Maeyama -- 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 Maeyama in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Maeyama reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Maeyama
Where does the snow data for Maeyama 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 Maeyama?
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 Maeyama?
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 Maeyama.