Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 2cm Snowfall at base this season 570cm Weather overview Overcast Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility Good Posted at 7:42am on Tuesday 5th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The winds have all gone for now and today is an overcast and relatively mild day. More snow is forecast for this afternoon and tomorrow, and the next couple of days will see temperatures break zero at town level. Snow conditions should be good this morning with plenty of overnight grooming and a nice dusting of fresh snow on top. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Tuesday 5th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 570cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 73 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 57cm 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 1cm Snowfall at base this season 571cm Weather overview Moderate snow Wind Calm Temperature - Visibility OK Posted at 9:44am on Wednesday 6th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Furano woke up to no more than a dusting of snow overnight, but since 9am it has been snowing moderately and is quickly starting accumulate on the ground. Conditions on mountain will be a groomed base with a light powder topping. Visibility is good in general but there are areas of flat light. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Wednesday 6th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 571cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 74 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 58cm reported on 5 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 586cm Weather overview Moderate snow Wind Moderate Temperature - Visibility Fair Posted at 9:15am on Saturday 9th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . All traces of yesterday's Spring-like weather have been erased by a fresh blanket of newly fallen snow. At present, over 10cm+ of fresh powder has piled up out there, and the snow is still coming down. Temperatures are brisk at -8, a far cry from yesterday's high of 5 above freezing, the warmest weather we've seen all year. The winds have picked up to around 5m/s out of the North/Northwest. The snow should continue throughout the morning, covering up all those icy spots that came with the rain yesterday. Underneath all that new snow, there are more than a few slick patches, so please be careful when taking your turns. Things should stay cloudy with scattered snow showers. Hopefully the powder will keep piling up out there. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Saturday 9th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 586cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 76 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 73cm 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

Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 15cm Snowfall at base this season 601cm Weather overview Heavy snow Wind Moderate Temperature - Visibility Poor Posted at 11:56am on Sunday 10th March 2013 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Winter is back in full force today as a huge low pressure system sweeps its way across central Hokkaido. The heaviest snows are forecast to fall this morning, with snow showers continuing on throughout the day and into the evening before tapering off during the overnight hours. We've already seen about 15cm+ of fresh, and this storm should easily put us over the 200cm mark. Winds are still gusty but have quieted down somewhat when compared to last night. Temperatures are holding steady at -7C degrees, but we should see those rise over the afternoon with highs around -3C. If you like powder and lots of it, today is the day for you. Furano Now 2012-2013 season Data as of Sunday 10th March 2013 Total snowfall at base so far 601cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 77 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 88cm 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 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