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Closed for Season — closed March 31
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Apr 13
Past 24 Hours
3.6cm
Past 48 Hours
7.4cm
Past 10 Days
9cm
14-Day Forecast
1.8cm
Snow Depth
270cm
Powder Days
4
this season
Resort Guide
Rusutsu Resort is located in Hokkaido, Japan, and features three interconnected mountains offering a wide variety of terrain across 37 courses and 42 kilometers of trails. The resort is known for its abundant, high-quality powder snow, family-friendly atmosphere, and scenic views of Mount Yotei. Key amenities include ski-in/ski-out accommodations, a large indoor wave pool, and a range of dining options, making it suitable for both families and advanced skiers. Signature experiences include night skiing and access to extensive off-piste areas.
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Resort Info
Top Après Ski
Cricket Bar – Renowned for its cozy alpine ambiance and extensive selection of drinks, Cricket Bar is a favorite among Rusutsu visitors for its relaxed après-ski atmosphere and live music, making it a perfect spot to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Early season conditions - great for first turns of the year.
Currently at Rusutsu, you're looking at overcast skies with a chilly temperature of -1°C. In the past week, 12cm of fresh snow has fallen, giving you a decent base to enjoy your runs today.
AI-generated summaryThis resort is closed for the season. Scores and weather data are still updated for informational purposes.
Depth
92cm depth - good coverage on most runs.
Recent
No significant recent snowfall.
Forecast
Light snow possible in the forecast.
Historic
Season is performing around average.
Data updated Sun, Apr 12, 09:17 PM UTC
Snow Summary
Updated Apr 12, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast from ECMWF IFS model
Snowfall Forecast Maps
Hokkaido region
Current Conditions
Reported Sun, Apr 12, 09:17 PM UTC
Freezing Level
-510m
❄️ Below base - cold & dry snow expected
Base
400m
Temp
2.6°C
Wind
6.5km/h
Snow Depth
120cm
14-Day Forecast
0.8cm
Mid-Mountain
697m
Temp
1.5°C
Wind
2.7km/h
Snow Depth
195cm
14-Day Forecast
1.2cm
Summit
994m
Temp
-1.3°C
Wind
6.5km/h
Snow Depth
270cm
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 (994m)
10-Day Forecast
Mon
13
🌧️
4.2°
-3.1°
Tue
14
☁️
5.4°
-5.9°
Wed
15
☁️
6.8°
-8.5°
Thu
16
🌧️
7°
-4.6°
0.1cm
Fri
17
☁️
8.5°
-5.4°
Sat
18
🌧️
8.1°
-0.6°
Sun
19
☁️
6.6°
-1.6°
Mon
20
❄️
4.2°
-2.2°
0.3cm
Tue
21
❄️
-0.8°
-3.6°
0.8cm
Wed
22
❄️
-1.1°
-6.3°
0.6cm
Summit elevation (994m) • ECMWF model
Season vs Historic
Updated Sun, Apr 12, 09:17 PM UTC
239.6cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-1%
vs 5-Year Avg
242.4cm avg by now
+4%
vs 30-Year Avg
230.5cm avg by now
242.4cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
Over the past five years, average seasonal snowfall has increased to 230.6 cm, exceeding the 30-year average of 211.7 cm by approximately 9%. The most recent seasons have generally maintained or surpassed these averages, with the exception of a significant spike in 2021 (303.4 cm) and a notable dip in 2024 (187.7 cm), indicating some variability. Overall, the trend suggests a modest upward shift in snowfall, punctuated by occasional anomalies.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.