Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 40cm Snowfall at base this season 641cm Weather overview Low cloud Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted at 9:19am on Monday 11th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It has been a bumper weekend for snowfall. Since yesterday's Furano Now report there has been over 40cm of fresh snow at village level. Locals have been up since day break trying to clear pathways and access ways to homes and accommodation. Much of the mountain has not been groomed so there is potentially a whole days of fresh tracks to be had. There is low cloud on the mountain at the moment but visibility is still pretty good. All lifts are in operation but please see the notes below for course restrictions due to ski competitions being hosted on the Furano Zone. The following courses are closed to the public until March 11 due to ski competitions: Panorama, Technical, Spies, Ropeway. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Monday 11th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 641cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 78 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 128cm 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 0cm Snowfall at base this season 576cm Weather overview Sunny Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Great Posted at 8:15am on Friday 8th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . We are surrounded by sunshine and blue skies this morning but snow is expected to settle in later in the day. Yesterday's temperatures broke zero and caused a major melt in the town and then early evening the forecast rain arrived which got quite heavy during the night. All this means is that the slopes are going to be rather icy this morning so take care out there...the roads and footpaths are so slick at the moment that it is hard to stand up. Hopefully the snow later today will make things better. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Friday 8th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 576cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 75 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 25cm (5th February) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 63cm reported on 6 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 576cm Weather overview Sunny Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Great Posted at 9:58am on Thursday 7th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is another glorious day in Furano with blue skies surrounding the resort and plenty of sunshine. Despite a chilly start to the day the temperatures will quickly rise this morning and may break zero in the village. Yesterdays snowfall left 5cm of accumulation at base level. Snow is forecast from this afternoon. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Thursday 7th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 576cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 75 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 25cm (5th February) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 63cm reported on 6 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 643cm Weather overview Low cloud Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility OK Posted at 10:14am on Tuesday 12th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . There is low cloud cover over the mountain at the moment and temperatures are just below freezing and will rise to above 0c around the base level. All runs have been groomed and have a nice layer of light dry central Hokkaido powder sitting on top. The forecast is for further snow during the remainder of the week. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Tuesday 12th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 643cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 79 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 130cm 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 648cm Weather overview Cloud, snow Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 9:15am on Thursday 14th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . After yesterday's spring like melt we are back to wintery conditions with temperatures down to what would be expected in Jan or Feb. It will be a bit crunchy underfoot on the lower slopes but the fresh snow overnight has helped a lot, and more snow is forecast through the day. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Thursday 14th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 648cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 80 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 135cm 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 0cm Snowfall at base this season 643cm Weather overview Cloud, rain Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 11:14am on Wednesday 13th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Last night it didn't freeze in the village and temperatures remain warm with rain falling at base level of the resort. Temperatures are colder as elevation increases and there is likely to be snow rather than rain falling on anything except the lower slopes. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Wednesday 13th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 643cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 79 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 130cm 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 15cm Snowfall at base this season 683cm Weather overview Snow Wind Strong Temperature - Visibility Varied Posted at 9:39am on Thursday 21st March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The weather man has delivered and we have 15cm+ of new snow at base level. The not so good news is that there are strong winds whipping around base and these are on the forecast through until Saturday. Currently it is blizzard like on the mountain but those who make the effort will be rewarded with some very good snow conditions. The Kitanomine Gondola is on hold at the moment due to the wind and other lift operations may be affected today as well. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as Thursday 21st March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 683cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 83 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 170cm 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 7cm Snowfall at base this season 690cm Weather overview Sunny Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 9:43am on Friday 22nd March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It is the calm after the storm today. The weather is great and the slopes are in fantastic condition for March. Main runs have been groomed but there is a lot of fresh untracked powder on the mountain for the powder seekers. The last day of the season for the Kitanomine Zone of Furano will be Sunday 24th March. The last night skiing of the season will be Saturday 23 March. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as Friday 22nd March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 690cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 84 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 177cm 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 10cm Snowfall at base this season 700cm Weather overview Snow showers Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 10:22am on Saturday 23rd March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . And winter continues to trudge drearily along this late into the ski season. There was a small threat that a snow storm passing through the area yesterday afternoon would transition over to a wintry mix/rain combination, but Old Man Winter held his grip. While the rest of Japan may be digging out and into spring, we received yet another all-snow event. This means that the slopes are still in prime condition, and snowfall totals haven't budged a bit from the 190cm we've been looking at for a while (actual snowfall totals are still much higher in places.) Yesterday we saw about 5-10cm of the fluffy white stuff, and this morning saw a few more lingering snow showers. The forecast calls for this to continue throughout the day and into the evening, with temperatures staying a few degrees south of the freezing mark. Winds were gusting about a bit at the 10:00am mark, but on the whole they should stay relatively light today. Tonight marks the end of Night Skiing Season - so for those of you who have yet to experience the thrill of a few runs under the stars, this evening is for you. Also, don't forget that tomorrow (Sunday the 24th) is the last day for ski lift operations in the Kitanomine Zone! Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as Saturday 23rd March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 700cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 85 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 187cm 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 15cm Snowfall at base this season 715cm Weather overview Cloud Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 8:32am on Sunday 24th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The snow continued off and on throughout the day and then started dumping bucket loads of sweet, white powder all over everything for hours on end last night. We're seening anywhere from 10-15cm, with possibly more in places, of high-quality, late season powder. For all you powder hounds out there looking to glide down a soft blanket of white, today is your day. Especially if you want to do it on the Kitanomine Zone side of things, because today will be the last day of ski lift operations in Kitanomine. It seems a shame to put a stop to things when all the courses in such prime condition, but a quick look at the forecast for the week ahead reveals a sharp warming trend waiting in the wings as we head into April. It's currently -7 with light winds out of the east, southeast, bringing with them scattered snow showers. It looks like we won't be seeing any of the big accumulations we saw yesterday, but all the snow that fell overnight is out there waiting to be carved up by somebody! Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as Sunday 24th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 715cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 86 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 202cm 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 7cm Snowfall at base this season 722cm Weather overview Cloud, light snow Wind Light Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 9:11am on Saturday 30th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . After a week of seemed like the return of Spring, the temperature turned south of the freezing mark and snow started to fall yesterday. It has continued snowing off and on throughout the night, covering over everything with a fresh blanket of white. It looks like Old Man Winter is not quite yet finished with Furano. It's currently -3 and snowing, with about 5-10cm of accumulation, with higher accumulations in the upper elevations. Today looks like it will make it just above the freezing mark, with cloudy and cold skies overnight with temperatures bottoming out around -7. Tomorrow looks to be more of the same fine, white powder coming down off and on throughout the day. Fairly typical weather patterns for Furano Winter season, but it's nice to see the snow lasting so late into the season. With this much snow on the slopes (180cm official), it's hard to believe that April is only two days away! Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as Saturday 30th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 722cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 87 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 209cm reported on 18 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 732cm Weather overview Mostly sunny Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 8:04am on Sunday 31st March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Just after the lifts closed for the evening yesterday, the heavens opened up and just dumped about 10-15cm of the finest fresh powder we've seen in two weeks. Light, dry and infinitely skiable, all that snow is out there on the slopes today for your skiing enjoyment! Those that make it out in time for the first runs of the day will be treated to a lovely blanket of snow. Last night was cloudy and unseasonably cold, with lows bottoming out at -11 down in the village. The clouds have cleared out now, and a beautiful blue sky is in store for all who make it outside this morning. As we head into April, this may very well be the last time we see temperatures in the minus double digits. For now, the cold temperatures and snowfall over the last few days have done an excellent job of preserving the ski slopes this late into the season. The bottom of the mountain gets a little spring-like during the day, but the upper half of the mountain is still remarkably pristine for this late into the season. All this winter weather may not last for too much longer, as Spring moves in to takes its hold. For those of you thinking about getting in a few more winter-like runs, today is your day! Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as Sunday 31th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 732cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 88 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 40cm (11th March) November 2012 snowfall 69cm reported on 10 days December 2012 snowfall 162cm reported on 21 days January 2013 snowfall 130cm reported on 20 days February 2013 snowfall 152cm reported on 18 days March 2013 snowfall 219cm reported on 19 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