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Last Snowfall
Apr 8
4d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
24.9cm
14-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
170cm
Powder Days
34
this season
Bluebird Days
2
this season
Resort Guide
Myoko Kogen is a historic ski region in Niigata Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its deep powder snow, varied terrain, and traditional Japanese village atmosphere. The area encompasses multiple interconnected resorts, offering extensive skiable terrain suitable for all levels, along with natural hot springs and scenic views of Mount Myoko. Visitors can enjoy a blend of authentic cultural experiences, modern amenities, and easy access to both on-piste and off-piste skiing.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
Akakura Kanko Hotel Bar – This sophisticated lounge offers panoramic mountain views, expertly crafted cocktails, and a cozy atmosphere, making it a favorite spot for après-ski relaxation and socializing in Myoko Kogen.
Early season conditions - great for first turns of the year.
Currently, Myoko Kogen is experiencing overcast skies with temperatures around -1°C. In the last week, the area received 6cm of fresh snow, which should help maintain some surface conditions for skiers. However, with a SnowSure Score of 13/100, it's worth checking conditions before heading out.
AI-generated summaryDepth
46cm depth - adequate for most conditions.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 03:02 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Japanese Alps region
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Apr 12, 03:02 PM UTC
Freezing Level
760m
🌡️ Mid-mountain - mixed conditions
Base
750m
Temp
4.2°C
Wind
4.5km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
Mid-Mountain
1125m
Temp
8.6°C
Wind
8.1km/h
Snow Depth
--
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
Summit
1500m
Temp
-0.7°C
Wind
4.5km/h
Snow Depth
170cm
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
Live Conditions
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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 (1500m)
10-Day Forecast
Mon
13
☁️
12.8°
-0.7°
Tue
14
☁️
10.3°
0.1°
Wed
15
🌧️
10.5°
3.2°
Thu
16
🌧️
7.2°
0°
Fri
17
☁️
14.9°
-0.4°
Sat
18
☁️
13.7°
2.1°
Sun
19
🌤️
10°
0.2°
Mon
20
🌤️
14.2°
0°
Tue
21
🌧️
13°
0.9°
Wed
22
🌧️
12°
-0.3°
Summit elevation (1500m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Apr 12, 03:02 PM UTC
771.8cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-9%
vs 5-Year Avg
844.6cm avg by now
+48%
vs 30-Year Avg
520.9cm avg by now
844.6cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Snowfall over the past five years has been significantly higher than the 30-year average, with the recent 5-year average reaching 818.8 cm compared to the long-term average of 494.8 cm. The current season's snowfall is at 90% of the recent 5-year average but remains 49% above the 30-year average, indicating a sustained period of elevated snowfall. Notable variability is present, with particularly high snowfall in 2021 and 2024, while 2022 marked a relative dip. Overall, the data reflects a marked upward trend in snowfall compared to historical norms, despite some year-to-year fluctuations.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.