Seki Onsen snow report
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Seki Onsen
Seki Onsen ski resort in Japan offers a range of ski runs suitable for all skill levels, with the best trails being the groomed runs on the front side. For beginners, the resort offers a dedicated area with gentle slopes and a magic carpet lift. An interesting fact about Seki Onsen is that it is one of the oldest hot spring resorts in Japan, dating back over 400 years. After a day on the slopes, visitors can unwind at the cozy and traditional Seki Onsen Hotel's apres ski bar, which serves local sake and beer.
Terrain mix: The Seki-Onsen Ski Resort is located in the northern part of Nagano Prefecture in Japan, in the Chubu region. The ski resort is surrounded by several mountain ranges, including:
1. Northern Alps: The Northern Alps are a prominent mountain range in Japan, known for their rugged peaks and stunning landscapes. The Seki-Onsen Ski Resort is located at the base of the Northern Alps, providing skiers and snowboarders with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
2. Hakuba Mountain Range: The Hakuba Mountain Range is another major mountain range near the Seki-Onsen Ski Resort. The range is famous for its deep powder snow and challenging terrain, making it a popular destination for advanced skiers and snowboarders.
3. Chikuma Mountains: The Chikuma Mountains are located to the east of the Seki-Onsen Ski Resort and offer a variety of ski slopes for all skill levels. The mountains are known for their scenic beauty and peaceful atmosphere, making them a great destination for a relaxing ski vacation.
Overall, the Seki-Onsen Ski Resort is surrounded by some of Japan's most famous mountain ranges, offering skiers and snowboarders a unique and unforgettable alpine experience.
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 Seki 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 Seki Onsen in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Seki Onsen reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Seki Onsen
Where does the snow data for Seki 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 Seki 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 Seki 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 Seki Onsen.