Yokoteyama snow report
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Yokoteyama
Yokoteyama ski resort in Japan boasts the highest altitude and longest ski season in the country. The resort offers a range of trails for all skiing abilities, but the best trails are the ones at the top of the mountain like the Panorama Course, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. An interesting historical fact is that Yokoteyama was the first ski resort in Japan to install snowmaking machines, revolutionizing the skiing industry in the country. For beginner skiers, the easiest trail is the Family Course, a gentle slope with stunning views. After skiing, head to the Snow Owl Bar for some après ski fun and enjoy their signature cocktails.
Terrain mix: Yokoteyama Ski Resort is located in the Shiga Kogen region of Japan, which is part of the Joshinetsu Kogen National Park. The resort is situated in the Joshinetsu Kogen Mountains, which are a subrange of the Japanese Alps.
The main mountain at Yokoteyama Ski Resort is Mount Yokote, which has an elevation of 2,307 meters (7,569 feet) and is the highest peak in the Shiga Kogen region. The ski resort offers a variety of runs and terrain, including beginner slopes, intermediate runs, and challenging black diamond trails.
In addition to Mount Yokote, Yokoteyama Ski Resort is also located near other prominent peaks in the area, such as Mount Higashidate and Mount Kumanoyama. These mountains provide stunning views and opportunities for backcountry skiing and snowboarding.
Overall, the mountain ranges and aspects of Yokoteyama Ski Resort offer a diverse and exciting terrain for winter sports enthusiasts of all levels.
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.
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 Yokoteyama in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Yokoteyama reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Yokoteyama
Where does the snow data for Yokoteyama 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 Yokoteyama?
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 Yokoteyama?
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.