Matsunoyama Onsen snow report
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Matsunoyama Onsen
Matsunoyama Onsen ski resort in Japan offers a range of trails suitable for all levels of skiers, but the best ones are the beginner and intermediate ones. The resort boasts impressive snow quality and excellent grooming, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists. An interesting fact is that Matsunoyama Onsen is the only ski resort in the world that utilizes hot spring water to make artificial snow. For beginner skiers, the Uenodai and Kumanoyu slopes are recommended. And for après ski, the resort's own hot spring baths are a must-try. For a more lively atmosphere, the nearby Yuzawa town has plenty of bars and restaurants to choose from.
Terrain mix: The Matsunoyama-onsen ski resort is located in the mountainous region of Niigata Prefecture in Japan. The resort is situated in the Echigo Mountains, which is part of the larger Japanese Alps range.
The main ski runs at Matsunoyama-onsen ski resort are located on Mount Gozu, which has an elevation of around 1,000 meters. The mountain offers a variety of slopes for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, with a vertical drop of about 300 meters.
In addition to Mount Gozu, the resort also offers views of the surrounding mountains, including Mount Hakkai and Mount Myoko. These mountains are known for their picturesque scenery and challenging terrain for advanced skiers.
Overall, Matsunoyama-onsen ski resort is known for its stunning mountain vistas, varied terrain, and excellent skiing and snowboarding conditions.
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 Matsunoyama Onsen -- 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 Matsunoyama Onsen in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Matsunoyama Onsen reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Matsunoyama Onsen
Where does the snow data for Matsunoyama Onsen 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 Matsunoyama Onsen?
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 Matsunoyama Onsen?
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 Matsunoyama Onsen.