📷 Nozawa Onsen
Asia
Nozawa Onsen
Limited · 2025-26 season average
Closed for the season · average of 44 verified open days
Best months to book: January, February, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed May 6
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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2026–27 season
Limited
2025-26 season average
Nozawa Onsen is closed for the season. Last season it averaged 15 across 44 verified open days.
January
#1 to book
173cm avg
February
#2 to book
119cm avg
March
#3 to book
75cm avg · scored 21.6
Best weeks to book
- #120 Mar – 25 Marscored 24.3
- #227 Mar – 2 Aprscored 19
- #33 Apr – 9 Aprscored 22.4
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. Last season's strongest fortnight was 20 Mar – 3 Apr. One season describes what happened, not what to expect. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Sat, Sep 12, 11:01 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended May 6, 2026
36 runs · 19 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
Unlock with ProHistorical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
Maps
Snow forecast mapsAll maps for Nozawa Onsen →
Webcams & Proof of Powder
日影ゲレンデ (Hikage Slope, 660m)
長坂ゲレンデ (Nagasaka Slope, 616m)
第二駐車場 (Second Car Park, 563m)All webcams & Proof of Powder →
About Nozawa Onsen
Nozawa Onsen is a historic ski resort located in Nagano Prefecture, Japan, renowned for its abundant natural snow, traditional hot spring village atmosphere, and scenic mountain views. The resort features a large ski area with diverse terrain suitable for all levels, modern lift infrastructure, and a variety of runs including long cruisers and challenging slopes. Visitors can enjoy authentic Japanese culture, numerous public onsens, and a welcoming village with local dining and lodging options. Nozawa Onsen stands out for its blend of excellent skiing and rich cultural experiences rooted in centuries-old traditions.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Nozawa Onsen
- Where is Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen runs from a base elevation of 565 m (1,854 ft) to a summit of 1,650 m (5,413 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,085 m (3,560 ft).
- How big is Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen has 1,814 acres (734 hectares) of skiable terrain, 36 marked runs and 19 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Nozawa Onsen?
- Nozawa Onsen typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Nozawa Onsen get in a typical season?
- Nozawa Onsen averages 569 inches / 1444 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Nozawa Onsen in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #429 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier E · strong-event signal -17% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Nozawa Onsen averaged -17% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The honest read: this is the fleet's deepest timing play. The snow still comes — but in Japan the El Niño hit lands on the season's edges, not the heart of the sea-effect window. Point your winter 2026-27 trip at the mid-winter core (January to mid-February), stay flexible on dates, and watch our monthly scorecard. Analog winters: '97-98 -30%, '15-16 -42%, '23-24 +20%. One caveat that always holds: a single storm cycle can beat the climatology.
