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Last Updated : Thursday 18th March 2010, 8:20AM
 
Last Updated: Thursday 18th March 2010, 8:20AM
New snowfall No new snow
Previous day 220cm (top), 160cm (Uenotaira), 55cm (village).
Current snow depth 210cm (top), 160cm (Uenotaira), 55cm (village).
Temperature bottom 4
Temperature top -2
Weather condition Cloudy with snow expected later in the day.
Wind condition 5-15km/h winds.
Visibility Low visibility up top, moderate visibility lower down the mountain.
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Thursday 18th March 2010, 8:20AM
Weather conditions: Cloudy with snow expected later in the day.
New snowfall: No new snow
Snow depth: 210cm (top), 160cm (Uenotaira), 55cm (village).
It was a case of get out early for the best runs yesterday, as the warm afternoon caused sticky conditions occur across the resort.

Today we have been greeted by thick fog across the the resort and snow is expected to begin falling this afternoon. This should continue through the evening, with 13cm expected between now and tomorrow morning. This should make for a nice day up on the slopes this morning.

The forecast for the next few days shows some sunny weather followed by more snow on Saturday and Sunday.

Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
210cm

Uenotaira:
160cm

Hikage:
75cm

Nagasaka:
65cm.
 
Wednesday 17th March 2010, 9:07AM
Weather conditions: Light snow and heavy cloud on the upper slopes.
New snowfall: 3cm up top, 10cm at mid-station
Snow depth: 220cm (top), 160cm (Uenotaira), 55cm (village).
It was great to see some snow falling in the village when we woke this morning.

Freeze levels dropped across the resort yesterday leaving us with about 10cm of fresh snow on the upper slopes and a few centimetres in town.

It's still snowing lightly at the moment, and the heavy cloud settled on the higher slopes is making for low visibility. Having said this, the snow conditions should be a lot better than yesterday, so it's definitely worth heading up early for some turns.

The forecast for the coming days is predicting a relatively moderate fall of snow, with the best days being Friday and next Monday.

Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
210cm

Uenotaira:
160cm

Hikage:
75cm

Nagasaka:
65cm.
 
Tuesday 16th March 2010, 9:23AM
Weather conditions: Light rain tending to snow later in the day. Foggy on the upper slopes.
New snowfall: 0cm
Snow depth: 220cm (top), 160cm (Uenotaira), 55cm (village).
It's not a great day today, with strong winds, fog and rain falling across the resort. Thankfully the freezing levels are expected to drop throughout the day and snow should start to fall later this afternoon.

The forecast for the next few days is showing moderate snow, with 20cm expected between now and Friday. So don't put the skis and boards away just yet!

Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
220cm

Uenotaira:
160cm

Hikage:
95cm

Nagasaka:
70cm.
 
Monday 15th March 2010, 8:41AM
Weather conditions: Sunny morning, becoming cloudy this afternoon with the chance of rain later tonight
New snowfall: 0cm
Snow depth: 230cm (top), 190cm (Uenotaira), 70cm (village).
Is shaping up to be a warm and sunny day here in Nozawa Onsen. Spring is here!! with the sun out and the groomers working hard last night the runs of Yamabiko and paradise will be the spot for some long cruising turns. Or test your skills on the bumps of Schneider and Utopia

There is a chance of rain tonight, but do not fear, the freezing level will be dropping over night, so by Tuesday morning there should be a couple of cm of fresh snow on the ground.


Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
230cm

Uenotaira:
190cm

95cm

Nagasaka:
70cm.
 
Sunday 14th March 2010, 5:35PM
Weather conditions: Cloud and sun - lovely sunset this evening
New snowfall: 0cm
Snow depth: 230cm (top), 190cm (Uenotaira), 70cm (village).
It has been a fine day in Nozawa - clouds around especially this morning but the sun also making an appearance and right now we are being treated to a beautiful sunset. It has been another mild day and tomorrow looks set to be clear and warmer still - perhaps temperatures reaching double figures during the day.

Worth mentioning that there was also a small sprinkling of snow at the top of the mountain last night.

It's looking like we will see snow around tomorrow night before hopefully temperatures dropping and getting some more snow clouds with us Tuesday to Thursday.

Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
230cm

Uenotaira:
190cm

Higake:
100cm

Nagasaka:
70cm.
 
Saturday 13th March 2010, 8:23AM
Weather conditions: Overcast with warm winds from the West. Chance of rain at the base (565m) with light snow falling at upper elevation later on.
New snowfall: 0cm
Snow depth: 230cm (top), 190cm (Uenotaira), 70cm (village).
There was still plenty of powder to be had yesterday, if you knew where to find it!

The freezing level has been rising overnight and the temperature is also climbing this morning.

Rain is forecast for the lower slopes later on, with perhaps light snow falling at higher elevations (1650m).

Yamabiko, Sky Line and Paradise should be the best areas today. There is still some powder at Yamabiko for those who have not had enough in the last few days. Clearer weather forecast tomorrow with more colder weather currently due around Tuesday.

Stay warm and dry today.

Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
230cm

Uenotaira:
190cm

Higake:
100cm

Nagasaka:
70cm.
 
Friday 12th March 2010, 11:18AM
Weather conditions: Snowy, with clouds and light to moderate winds.
New snowfall: 0cm
Snow depth: 235cm (top), 200cm (Uenotaira), 90cm (village).
After two days of snow, we've now been blessed with a blue-bird day. Perfect Spring skiing conditions, with some powder still around for those who go hunting. There's a 235cm base up the top of the hill and a little over a meter in town.

The forecast shows light snow tomorrow and another sunny day on Sunday.

Dress for warm conditions and get up the mountain!

Current Official Snow Depths Numbers:

Yamabiko:
235cm

Uenotaira:
200cm

Higake:
110cm

Nagasaka:
80cm.
 

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