The ski resorts in Hakuba are enjoying the dump from a few days ago. Hakuba Goryu, Hakuba 47 and Happo-one will open this weekend 17th and 18th November for keen skiers and boarders.

Yes, Happo will be open as well for the weekend - just part of the top Panorama run.

Current temperatures are around 6 degrees Celsius, light breezes of 2m/s and a beautiful blue sky stretching across the resorts. Ski patrol did a test run and checked the courses today and the resorts have now designated areas which are safe for skiing.

All of the courses will not open as enough snowfall accummulated on certain parts of the mountain. Certain trails still have trees and debris, rocks and unsafe areas which are noticeable so definitely a no ski zone. Please be aware of the markings around the trails.

The weekend expects warmer temperatures and sunshine with some cloud however, but around the early hours of tomorrow morning fresh snow is expected. Sunday's outlook is clear skies with possible rain and snow in the evening.

Mother nature has kicked of this season early, a few weekends of early ski days is exciting for Hakuba residents and visitors.

We'll bring you any more information as we get it.