Maruike snow report
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Maruike
Maruike Ski Resort, located in the Nagano Prefecture of Japan, offers a variety of trails for all skill levels, but the best ones are the intermediate and advanced runs. The resort has a unique history, as it was built for the 1998 Winter Olympics and was used for the Freestyle Skiing events. For beginners, the Snow Park offers gentle slopes and lessons for those new to skiing. The best après ski bar is Bar Lupin, which serves local sake and beer, and offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxing after a day on the slopes.
Terrain mix: The Maruike Ski Resort is located in the Yatsugatake Mountains in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. The resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including the Yatsugatake Range, the Kirigamine Range, and the Utsukushigahara Plateau.
Some of the prominent mountains near the Maruike Ski Resort include Mt. Tateshina, Mt. Amidadake, and Mt. Yatsugatake. These mountains offer stunning views and provide opportunities for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
Overall, the mountainous terrain surrounding the Maruike Ski Resort offers a beautiful and scenic backdrop for visitors to enjoy during their stay at the resort.
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 Maruike -- 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 Maruike in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Maruike reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Maruike
Where does the snow data for Maruike 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 Maruike?
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 Maruike?
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 Maruike.