Mikawa Onsen snow report
Mikawa Onsen
Mikawa Onsen ski resort in Japan offers 12 trails, with the best for intermediate skiers being the longest run, the Mikawa Course. Few people know that this resort was once only accessible by foot or horseback, a fact that adds to its historical charm. For beginner skiers, the resort offers a special area with a moving walkway, making it a great place to learn. After a day on the slopes, the best apres ski bar is the Woodpecker Bar, known for its cozy atmosphere and selection of local beers. Overall, Mikawa Onsen ski resort offers a unique skiing experience with historical charm and great options for all skill levels.
Terrain mix: Mikawa-Onsen Ski Resort is located in the Nagano Prefecture of Japan and is surrounded by several prominent mountain ranges and features. Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the resort include:
1. The Northern Alps: The Northern Alps, also known as the Hida Mountains, are a prominent mountain range in central Japan that is visible from Mikawa-Onsen Ski Resort. These mountains provide a stunning backdrop to the ski slopes and offer opportunities for backcountry skiing and hiking.
2. Mount Ontake: Mount Ontake is an active volcano located near Mikawa-Onsen Ski Resort. It is the second highest volcano in Japan and provides a unique and dramatic landscape for visitors to enjoy.
3. Mount Kiso-Komagatake: Mount Kiso-Komagatake is a popular mountain for hiking and skiing in the Nagano Prefecture. It is located near Mikawa-Onsen Ski Resort and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
4. Mount Norikura: Mount Norikura is a popular mountain for skiing and hiking in the Nagano Prefecture. It is located near Mikawa-Onsen Ski Resort and offers a variety of terrain for all levels of skiers and snowboarders.
Overall, Mikawa-Onsen Ski Resort is surrounded by a diverse and scenic mountain landscape that provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and exploration.
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 Mikawa 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 Mikawa Onsen in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Mikawa Onsen reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Mikawa Onsen
Where does the snow data for Mikawa 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 Mikawa 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 Mikawa 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 Mikawa Onsen.