The Whiteroom by Snow-Forecast.com (Page 16)

Japan’s Deepest Snowpack Starts to Drop from 7.8m Peak

Japan’s Deepest Snowpack Starts to Drop from 7.8m Peak

Updated March 19, 2025: Japan’s deepest snowpack at Tengendai Kogen (770cm/308") may have peaked. Happo-one still holds 600cm (240"), but spring warmth is taking over. Read more here.

39% of Glacial Ice in Central Europe Lost in 23 Years With Thaw Rate Accelerating Fast

39% of Glacial Ice in Central Europe Lost in 23 Years With Thaw Rate Accelerating Fast

39% of Central Europe's glacial ice has disappeared in just 23 years between 2000 and 2023. The melting rate has also accelerating significantly since 2012, according to a new study.

Over A Metre (40”) Of Snowfall in 24 Hours At Californian Ski Area

Over A Metre (40”) Of Snowfall in 24 Hours At Californian Ski Area

California has had some huge snowfalls, as forecast, over the last 24 hours.

Japan’s Deepest Snowpack Grows as Tengendai Kogen Hits 780cm

Japan’s Deepest Snowpack Grows as Tengendai Kogen Hits 780cm

Updated March 12, 2025: Japan’s deepest snowpack at Tengendai Kogen hits 780cm (312")! Nozawa Onsen hovers near 400cm (160")—more snow expected this week. Click for the full report.

Spring Creeps In as Midwest and East Face Warmer, Mixed Conditions

Spring Creeps In as Midwest and East Face Warmer, Mixed Conditions

Updated March 12, 2025: Utah just posted the world’s biggest snowfalls last week—over four feet (1.2m)! More powder is coming to the West. Click for details!

Scotland struggles as warm spell forces ski centre to close for the season

Scotland struggles as warm spell forces ski centre to close for the season

Updated March 12, 2025: Fresh snowfall blankets the Alps, Pyrenees, and Scandinavia, with up to 40cm (16") in some areas! Unsettled weather continues—rain, sleet, and sunshine mix. Read more here.

Snowmaking in Saudi Arabia As Ski Resort Construction Gathers Pace

Snowmaking in Saudi Arabia As Ski Resort Construction Gathers Pace

Test snowmaking has taken place at Saudi Arabia’s new Trojena ski resort as the development continues to take shape.

Future Of Planned Indoor Snow Centre For Wales Hangs In Balance

Future Of Planned Indoor Snow Centre For Wales Hangs In Balance

The development of a long-planned £300m indoor snow centre for Rhydcar West near Merthyr Tydfil in Wales currently looks uncertain after local council officials recommended the plans be rejected.

$10 Million Reward for Ex-Olympic Snowboarder Accused Of Going From Shedding to Dealing Powder

$10 Million Reward for Ex-Olympic Snowboarder Accused Of Going From Shedding to Dealing Powder

The FBI have offered a $10m reward for information leading to the arrest of a former Olympic snowboarder who is now accused of drug dealing and multiple murders.

Snowstorm Hits Pyrenees as Spring Weather Arrives in Europe

Snowstorm Hits Pyrenees as Spring Weather Arrives in Europe

Updated March 5, 2025: Spring sunshine dominates across Europe, but heavy snow is expected in the Pyrenees. Will the Alps catch up with more snow?

Powder Returns: Fresh Snowfall and Storms Transform North America’s Ski Resorts

Powder Returns: Fresh Snowfall and Storms Transform North America’s Ski Resorts

Updated March 5, 2025: Fresh snow hits the Rockies with up to 20” (50cm) at Snowbird, while California braces for a 16” (40cm) dump.

Japan's Snowpack Update: Record-Setting Depths & Fresh Powder Ahead

Japan's Snowpack Update: Record-Setting Depths & Fresh Powder Ahead

Updated March 5, 2025: Japan’s deepest snowpack just hit 790cm (311”). While some bases settle, fresh snow is coming—expect up to 15cm (6”) daily this week.