Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 6cm Snowfall at base this season 351cm Posted on Thursday 5th March 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Snow-wise it is an excellent day on the mountain with over 5cm of new fresh dry snow having fallen overnight at the base of the mountain. Light snow is expected throughout the day. Winds are blowing moderately and whipping up quite a bit of the new snow. All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Thursday 5th March 2015 Total snowfall at base 351cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 47 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 25cm (14th February) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 122cm reported on 17 days February 2015 snowfall 58cm reported on 8 days March 2015 snowfall 33cm 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 2cm Snowfall at base this season 260cm Posted on Thursday 29th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . A good day to get out onto the mountain with a nice dusting of new snow this morning and some sun and blue sky making itself known. Temperatures are cold with -14c recorded at the top of the resort and it is expected temperatures will remain cold during the day. Tomorrow's weather looks like it will be similar to today. The next snow is forecast for Sunday & Monday. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Thursday 29th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 260cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 35 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 122cm 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 4cm Snowfall at base this season 258cm Posted on Wednesday 28th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Yesterdays warm temperatures and rain have long passed and we have received a topping up of 4cm of snow at village level and more snow is on the forecast for today. There are moderate winds whipping around right now and this has caused Kitanomine Gondola to be put on hold until the winds reduce. Temperatures are back to wintery norms, so wrap up well to keep the cold at bay. Expect firm pistes due to yesterdays melt and todays cold conditions. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Wednesday 28th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 258cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 34 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 120cm 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 254cm Posted on Friday 23rd January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Snow started to fall early this morning and it is still snowing lightly with around 5cm of new snow reported in the village. Cloud is rolling down the resort and this combined with the falling snow means there is compromised visibility at the moment. Winds are expected to increased in the afternoon, so morning should be the best time to put in some turns given the fresh snow. Temperatures are pretty warm with the base sitting at -3c. Saturday and Sunday are looking good with the sun forecast to appear on both days. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Friday 23rd January 2015 Total snowfall at base 254cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 33 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 116cm 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 249cm Posted on Wednesday 21st January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There is cloud sitting above the resort this morning, only a little breeze and the slopes have been dusted with a couple cm of new snow. The weather is looking good over the next couple of days with a mix of cloud and sun and not much wind. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Wednesday 21st January 2015 Total snowfall at base 249cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 32 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 111cm 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 15cm Snowfall at base this season 247cm Posted on Tuesday 20th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There has been a good amount of snow overnight so there will be plenty of fresh powder and fresh tracks to be had out on the mountain today. It is fairly windy at the moment and it is possible this may cause some lifts to suspend operations temporarily, but the wind is forecast to reduce during the day. Some light snow is still falling and with complete overcast skies the light is a little flat in places. Opening, lift & other notes: Some lift operations may be suspended due to windy conditions. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Tuesday 20th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 247cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 31 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 109cm 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

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 232cm Posted on Sunday 18th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Yesterday saw a good 20cm of snow accumulate in the village with substantially more on the mountain. Needless to say today the mountain has fantastic powder skiing all over and the off piste areas will be great for fresh tracks. You will soon notice stepping outside that the temperature is particularly chilly so wrap up well. Winds will die away and tomorrow there will be almost no wind. The next significant snow is looking like it will arrive on Tuesday. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts operating Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Sunday 18th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 232cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 30 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 94cm reported on 12 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 217cm Posted on Saturday 17th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Peering out the window it is looking like a perfect powder day with 5cm on the ground and another 5cm expected during the day. Fully overcast and snowing moderately at the moment, the snow is expected to ease off, but continue throughout the day. There is not much breeze around right now but the wind will increase to moderate later and then reduce by tomorrow afternoon. Looks like a good day to bring out the fats and ride the pow. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts operating Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Saturday 17th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 217cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 29 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 79cm reported on 11 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 212cm Posted on Tuesday 13th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is snowing lightly at the moment which will refresh the slopes and make for some great skiing on the groomed slopes. The resort is overcast and temperatures quite cold, but daytime temperatures will rise close to 0c at village level. There is little in the way of breeze and there should be some nice weather coming through for Wednesday and Thursday. The next significant snow is forecast for Saturday and Sunday. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts operating Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Tuesday 13th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 212cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 28 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 74cm reported on 10 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 210cm Posted on Monday 12th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Today's overcast skies are producing some flat light conditions on the resort, but we are hoping these will improve during the morning. There hasn't been much in the way of snow with around 2cm of accumulation on the slopes, and nothing significant on the forecast for the next few days. It looks like we are in for some good weather from tomorrow through until Friday with some sunshine and only light winds. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts open Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Monday 12th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 210cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 27 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 72cm reported on 9 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 3cm Snowfall at base this season 208cm Posted on Sunday 11th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Fairly light night regarding snow. Best to get up there early today as most of the snow that we will get today will come this morning but it will flurry throughout the day. Compared to yesterday there is more cloud cover today but temps are still fairly mild. In fact this January has been a little warmer then in the past from memory. Opening, lift & other notes: All lifts open Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Sunday 11th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 208cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 26 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 70cm reported on 8 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 10cm Snowfall at base this season 205cm Posted on Saturday 10th January 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Another great sunny day out there but made better with the reduced winds. The sun will make appearances through the clouds throughout the day and snow fall will be fairly light. Early last night was some solid powder falls (around 10cm) which should also add to the excitement of the day. Kitanomine now has a box rail set up on the front slope for the tricksters out there. If you want a break, have a rest down there and watch some of the boarders this weekend as yesterday they were hitting it hard and there were some good riders showing how its done. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Saturday 10th January 2015 Total snowfall at base 205cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 25 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 20cm (24th December and 8th January) November 2014 snowfall 15cm reported on 1 day December 2014 snowfall 123cm reported on 17 days January 2015 snowfall 67cm reported on 7 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