📷 GALA Yuzawa
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GALA Yuzawa
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Last Snowfall
Mar 24
5d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
5.6cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
82cm
Resort Guide
GALA Yuzawa is a ski resort located in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, directly accessible by bullet train from Tokyo, making it one of the most convenient ski destinations in the country. The resort features a variety of slopes suitable for all levels, modern lift systems, and a comprehensive snow activity center. Signature experiences include panoramic mountain views, on-site hot springs, and a snow park, with amenities such as equipment rentals, ski schools, and dining facilities. GALA Yuzawa stands out for its seamless integration with the train station, allowing visitors to step directly from the Shinkansen onto the slopes.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
Cowabunga – This popular après-ski bar at GALA Yuzawa is renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, craft beers, and hearty comfort food, making it a favorite spot for skiers to unwind and socialize after a day on the slopes.
Early season conditions - great for first turns of the year.
Current conditions at GALA Yuzawa are partly cloudy with a temperature of -1°C, making for a crisp skiing experience. With an estimated snow depth of 82cm, you'll find decent coverage, although it hasn't snowed in the last week. Expect a modest 1cm of snow in the next two weeks, so plan accordingly.
AI-generated summaryDepth
The current snow depth is estimated at 82cm.
Recent
No new snow has fallen in the past week.
Forecast
The 14-day snow outlook indicates an average of 1cm of new snow.
Historic
So far this season, a total of 613cm has accumulated, reflecting a solid year despite a limited snow score of 18/100.
Data updated Sun, Mar 29, 08:01 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Mar 29, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Japanese Alps region
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Mar 29, 08:01 PM UTC
Base
400m
Temp
4.3°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
82cm
14-Day Forecast
0.9cm
Mid-Mountain
791m
Temp
1.8°C
Wind
9km/h
Snow Depth
82cm
14-Day Forecast
0.9cm
Summit
1181m
Temp
-0.8°C
Wind
8km/h
Snow Depth
82cm
14-Day Forecast
1.1cm
Local Reports
0 reportsDaily Snowfall Forecast by Model
Shows daily snowfall predictions from 7 weather models. Black line = SnowSure™ weighted average.
14-Day Snow Forecast by Model
Summit elevation (1181m)
10-Day Forecast
Mon
30
☁️
10.8°
-1.4°
Tue
31
🌧️
9.6°
-0.4°
Wed
1
🌧️
1.7°
-0.7°
Thu
2
🌧️
0.9°
-5.6°
Fri
3
☁️
7.9°
-8.3°
Sat
4
🌧️
7.3°
-4.1°
Sun
5
🌧️
8.2°
2.8°
Mon
6
🌧️
9.6°
2.4°
Tue
7
🌧️
6.7°
0.8°
Wed
8
🌧️
8.3°
-2.6°
Summit elevation (1181m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Mar 29, 08:01 PM UTC
613.1cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-24%
vs 5-Year Avg
801.7cm avg by now
+9%
vs 30-Year Avg
562.9cm avg by now
801.7cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, snowfall has exhibited significant variability, with totals ranging from a low of 640.8 cm in 2023 to a peak of 1,014.4 cm in 2021. The most recent season's snowfall is 81% of the 5-year average but 118% of the 30-year average, indicating that while recent years have seen some high snowfall events, the current season is below the recent short-term norm but above the long-term trend. This suggests a pattern of increased year-to-year fluctuation, with occasional anomalously high snowfall years impacting the averages.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.