Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 523cm Posted on Saturday 6th April 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Furano has been hit with a snow front that has deposited 6cm of nice fresh spring snow on the ground. Overnight the winds were very strong, but have now started to ease up. It is currently still snowing but looks like it will stop soon. The high will go up to +2c which will melt away that new snow around the village, but the slopes will be fine and this top of new snow will provide some great skiing over the weekend. Furano Zone OPEN. Kitanomine Zone CLOSED FOR SEASON. Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 6th April 2019 Total snowfall at base 523cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 70 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 17cm reported on 4 days April 2019 snowfall 9cm reported on 3 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 517cm Posted on Thursday 4th April 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is a perfect spring day with full sunshine bathing the resort. The sun is forecast to stay throughout the day, as are the blue skies. The view up the valley to the Daisetsuzan Mountain Range is at its best. Snow conditions will be firm at first but soften quickly on the lower slopes once the sun warms the surface up. Some light snow is forecast for tomorrow and the weekend. Furano Zone OPEN. Kitanomine Zone CLOSED FOR SEASON. Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Thursday 4th April 2019 Total snowfall at base 517cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 69 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 17cm reported on 4 days April 2019 snowfall 3cm reported on 2 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 516cm Posted on Wednesday 3rd April 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The snow did arrive late yesterday afternoon and came down quite heavily for a few hours, accumulating on cars and the ground. This morning is mostly cloudy and there is a slight breeze. It will stay relatively cool again with a high just nudging into positive territory. A brief snow front is expected for a couple of hours in the afternoon. Tomorrow looks to be sunny. Furano Zone OPEN. Kitanomine Zone CLOSED FOR SEASON. Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Wednesday 3rd April 2019 Total snowfall at base 516cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 68 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 17cm reported on 4 days April 2019 snowfall 2cm reported on 1 day Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 514cm Posted on Saturday 16th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is snowing moderately and there is 5cm of fresh snow on the ground. At base level this new snow is quite wet and heavy, but higher up it should be more powder-like. The temperature is mild and sitting just below freezing. Visibility is decent and the snow is forecast to continue through the morning. Tomorrow some sun is predicted. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 16th March 2019 Total snowfall at base 514cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 67 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 17cm reported on 4 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 4cm Snowfall at base this season 509cm Posted on Tuesday 12th March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There is a nice blanket of fresh snow across the village this morning. This is 4cm at base and I would expect it to be around 10cm higher up on the mountain. The current overcast conditions are expected to stay throughout the day and temperatures won't change much from the 2c at the moment. Tomorrow will be a bit warmer and there is the possibility of some light rain. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Tuesday 12th March 2019 Total snowfall at base 509cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 66 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 12cm reported on 3 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 505cm Posted on Sunday 3rd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is a very nice Sunday morning here in Furano. At -6c it is a cool start to the day, but the sun is already shining down on the town strongly. Temperatures will go up to +2c by midday. The lower half of the mountain is currently experiencing spring conditions on slopes, and yesterday despite the new snow, things were very sticky below the halfway mark. The upper mountain snow is still pretty good. There is snow forecast again for later in the week so hopefully we can get back to some nice powder conditions. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Sunday 3rd March 2019 Total snowfall at base 505cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 65 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 8cm reported on 2 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 7cm Snowfall at base this season 504cm Posted on Saturday 2nd March 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Today is back to winter with cooler temperatures and a reasonable amount of fresh snowfall. There is 7cm of new snow at base level of the resort. It is snowing lightly with a slight breeze. That snowfall is expected to ease up, or stop, soon and the weather for the remainder of the day will be cloudy. With this new snow it will be a good day, but visibility is restricted with some low cloud over the resort at the moment. Tomorrow temperatures will be warm again with a mix of cloud and sun. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 2nd March 2019 Total snowfall at base 504cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 64 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days March 2019 snowfall 7cm reported on 1 day Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 497cm Posted on Wednesday 27th February 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There is a light dusting of snow across the village, and although only 1cm at base level, I would expect around 5cm at the top of the resort. It is a colder start to the day, currently -9c, and temperatures will rise up to around -2c by midday. Plenty of cloudy lies above but that is expected to clear and it should be a sunny afternoon. There is no significant snow forecast for the rest of the week. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Wednesday 27th February 2019 Total snowfall at base 497cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 63 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 81cm reported on 17 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 496cm Posted on Tuesday 26th February 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is a little colder this morning at -6c and later in the day the high will peak at -3c. Things change quickly with weather, and 30 minutes ago conditions were clear affording a view of the whole resort, looking back from town. That has changed and low valley cloud has come across the ski resort and overhead it is high overcast. The cloud cover is thin though and the sun is pushing through and warming the village. It is forecast to stay mostly cloudy in the morning, with some light snow forecast in the afternoon. Overnight we have receive 1cm. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Tuesday 26th February 2019 Total snowfall at base 496cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 62 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 80cm reported on 16 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 1cm Snowfall at base this season 495cm Posted on Saturday 23rd February 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There has been a dusting of 1cm of new snow in the ski village overnight. The day is calm with no wind at base level. Above, there is blue sky with a lot of broken cloud mixed in, but still a very clear day with great views all round. The temperature is currently -1c, so it looks like will be into the positives again today. Lower slopes are frosty and will soften later in the sun, upper slopes have better snow conditions. It sure looks like spring has set in, and looking ahead for the next 6 days there is no snow on the forecast and mild temperatures will persist. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Saturday 23rd February 2019 Total snowfall at base 495cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 61 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 79cm reported on 15 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 494cm Posted on Thursday 21st February 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There is a light dusting of snow on the ground and it is snowing very lightly with fine snow flakes. Yesterday was tropical again and has had an effect on the snow on the lower slopes and all around the village. On slope conditions will be a bit frosty on the lower slopes, but okay higher up. There is low cloud this morning and the start of -4c will head up to +1c by midday. It sure feels like spring has arrived early and this warmer weather is forecast to stay through until next week. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Thursday 21st February 2019 Total snowfall at base 494cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 60 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 78cm reported on 14 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 492cm Posted on Wednesday 20th February 2019 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Yesterday was sweltering as temperatures rose well above freezing and the sun shone down. It felt like an early arrival of spring, and the locals were quick to start clearing snow as the layer of white on the ground went to slush. Today is a very warm start, currently just below freezing and expected to rise to a high of +3c. The sun will be around for most of the day along with clear skies. Snow on the lower slopes will be a bit spring-like, while the snow on the upper mountain is still in really good condition. Open lifts: Prince Romance chair Downhill Romance 2 chair Downhill Romance 3 chair Furano Ropeway Kitanomine quad chair Kitanomine 2 chair Kitanomine Gondola Link chair Furano Now 2018-2019 season Data as of Wednesday 20th February 2019 Total snowfall at base 492cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 59 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 55cm (19th December) November 2018 snowfall 69cm reported on 6 days December 2018 snowfall 200cm reported on 21 days January 2019 snowfall 147cm reported on 19 days February 2019 snowfall 76cm reported on 13 days Previous report Next report All snowfall data presented on this page is the snowfall measured and observed at base/town level by our reporter based in Furano. The 'new snowfall' number represents the amount of snow measured since the previous report. All opinions are those of the individual reporters. Information regarding ski area operations is manually checked every morning and is believed to be correct at the time of the report. SnowJapan is an entirely independent operation. Our daily reports are not posted on behalf of ski areas or any other business or organisation. Since first going online in 1999, the integrity of this website has always been our top priority, and it is something we are not prepared to compromise. All content is carefully created and written by humans who share a passion for the subject and what SnowJapan stands for. About SnowJapan.com About the daily reporting on SnowJapan.com