Blue bird today in Hakuba and an epic late season day to ride on or off piste. Clear skies and warm temperatures today will make for great sliding out on the slopes. Wear sunscreen and make some slushy turns out there. 3 days left for skiers to enjoy the last of the resorts, then it will be hiking for turns off-piste.


( See Backcountry Advisory Below )
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Avalanche Hazard:

Above tree line: Considerable

Tree line: Moderate

Below tree line: Low (no snow)

People heading backcountry today should be prepared for stronger winds on ridges and colder temps, even though it is sunny and warm in the valley. Take care on descents as exposed patches are prevalent.

Keep in mind, that even though Spring has arrived down here in the valley, it can still be very much like Winter above 1,600m a.s.l., dress and equipe yourself appropriately.

Watch out for big cracks and holes, loose debris on the snow and falling from upper cliffs. Shallow snowpack can slide on the bamboo and will release over rocks and points of tension.