Independent snow and weather reporting from the Furano region of Hokkaido New snowfall at base 5cm Snowfall at base this season 304cm Posted on Monday 16th February 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The strong winds came through yesterday as predicted but all up there was some great snow to be had particularly in the more sheltered parts of the mountain. The wind has reduced in intensity and is now moderate. It will continue to reduce and conditions will be calm by Wednesday morning. Overnight there was 5cm of new snow, but on mountain the depth will vary greatly due to the wind effect. For the moment there is no more snow on the forecast in the next few days. Temperatures will sit just under 0c today and will remain warm through until at least Saturday. All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Monday 16th February 2015 Total snowfall at base 304cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 40 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 44cm 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 317cm Posted on Friday 27th February 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The snow front has arrived and has dumped 10cm at village level and significantly more at higher elevations. The day ahead will be fantastic with plenty of powder to lay down some tracks in. Cloudy skies are complimented by moderately falling snow which will continue through the day. It will continue to snow tomorrow but falls will be lighter and the sun may even break through the clouds. Winds are light to moderate at the moment, but will increase this evening. All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Friday 27th February 2015 Total snowfall at base 317cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 42 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 57cm 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 3cm Snowfall at base this season 307cm Posted on Tuesday 24th February 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . It has been snowing since this morning and the snowfall has progressively gotten heavier, however there hasn't been a great deal of accumulation on the ground so far, with about 3cm recorded in the village. The good news is the snow should continue all day and be heaviest overnight. Visibility is limited due to the moderate snow coming down and flat light. Tomorrow and Wednesday should be a mix of cloud and sun. All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Tuesday 24th February 2015 Total snowfall at base 307cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 41 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 47cm 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 1cm Snowfall at base this season 379cm Posted on Wednesday 8th April 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Wow - just as the green grass (well brown grass actually) had made itself visible around the village after months of being under the snow, we awoke this morning to find the whole village under a light blanket of white. Temperatures dived yesterday afternoon and are still in the wintery negatives this morning, but will gradually rise and be back at low positives by the weekend. It is mainly cloudy today but there are some big pockets within the broken cloud letting the sun beam down. Although the snow fall in the village was minimal there should be a good few centimetres of fresh on the resort. Kitanomine Zone closed for the season. Furano Zone open. Furano Ropeway operating. Downhill 3 chair operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Wednesday 8th April 2015 Total snowfall at base 379cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 53 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 60cm reported on 9 days April 2015 snowfall 1cm 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 2cm Snowfall at base this season 345cm Posted on Wednesday 4th March 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Talk about saving the best to last. March is turning out really well with another couple of centimetres overnight. There have been some glorious snowfall this morning but with temps up there hasn't been a huge accumulation on the ground at village level but the mountain looks great. Overnight winds were strong but settled this morning. However it is swirling around at various speed which may effect the lift operations today. (Kitanomine Gondola is closed) As the day progresses though the wind will find a rhythm and will slow. Snow will continue through the day on/off but its tonight that may get interesting again with another 10cm expected Gondala not open due to winds. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Wednesday 4th March 2015 Total snowfall at base 345cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 46 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 27cm 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 5cm Snowfall at base this season 343cm Posted on Tuesday 3rd March 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The snow and winds bringing it in, left us early in the evening and actually left us with not a great deal of snow overnight. 5cm which will be a tad left lower in the village. Today we will have a break from the snow with it returning tomorrow. Winds may also return tomorrow as well. Conditions will be a lot better then yesterday with a chance of some sun coming through if the clouds allow. All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Tuesday 3rd March 2015 Total snowfall at base 343cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 45 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 25cm 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 20cm Snowfall at base this season 338cm Posted on Monday 2nd March 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . A fantastic powder day awaits with 20cm of fresh snow overnight in the village and much much more on the upper mountain. Currently there is a light wind blowing which is forecast to increase in the afternoon to strong. Weather is overcast and it is snowing moderately. The snow will continue throughout the day and become lighter tomorrow. All lifts operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Monday 2nd March 2015 Total snowfall at base 338cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 44 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 20cm 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 0cm Snowfall at base this season 380cm Posted on Wednesday 6th May 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The lifts have stopped moving signifying the end of the winter 2014/15 season. The end of winter is a good time to reflect and appreciate just how good the snow season is here in Furano, and all over Japan. Furano may not get the same huge amounts of snow that other regions might, but with ample amounts of quality powder it is easy to see why the number of overseas visitors to Furano continues to grow each year. The white snow has now completely retreated from the ski area and has been replaced with fresh green growth. Furano is now heading towards summer and preparing itself for the influx of summer visitors from all around Japan and overseas. The region becomes extremely picturesque with the rolling countryside covered in colourful flowers and crops. Furano Now will take a break for a few months to enjoy the warmth of the summer season. We will be back again once the temperatures start to cool off. Until then take care of you skis and apply a thick layer of storage wax! Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Wednesday 6th May 2015 Total snowfall at base 380cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 54 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 60cm reported on 9 days April 2015 snowfall 2cm reported on 2 days Previous 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 380cm Posted on Thursday 30th April 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Glorious spring weather surrounds the resort today with no clouds in sight and warm temperatures. The snow line has rapidly retreated to the upper part of the mountain which is why the Ropeway is for access to the upper mountain only. The weather is looking good through until Sunday. Monday and Tuesday are forecast to bring quite a bit of rain. Kitanomine Zone closed for the season. Furano Zone open. Skiing is limited to the upper mountain. Trails to the base of the Furano Zone are now closed. Furano Ropeway operating for access to upper mountain only. Downhill 2 chair operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Thursday 30th April 2015 Total snowfall at base 380cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 54 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 60cm reported on 9 days April 2015 snowfall 2cm 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 1cm Snowfall at base this season 380cm Posted on Thursday 16th April 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . The rain front came through yesterday and delivered a significant amount of rain to the resort. The good news is that it is snowing lightly at base level and there has been some accumulation on the slopes at higher elevations. The upper mountain is encased in fog, but this should improve during the day and it should be at least partially clear by the afternoon. Opening, lift & other notes Kitanomine Zone closed for the season. Furano Zone open. Furano Ropeway operating. Downhill 3 chair operating. Furano Now 2014-2015 season Data as of Thursday 16th April 2015 Total snowfall at base 380cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 54 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 60cm reported on 9 days April 2015 snowfall 2cm 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 4cm Snowfall at base this season 5cm Posted on Monday 23rd November 2015 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Snow flakes are falling on my head... Furano does seem to have flicked the winter weather switch to on, and the sun is out so hopefully the base will get a bit wet and melty and form just what is needed for long term resort coverage. Indications are good but Mother Nature is a minx. The gravel trucks were out at some point because the roads were treated by 7am when we took these photos. The snow flurries have abated right now, but there should be on-off snow showers for the next two days according to the forecast. Oops, actually, flakes now falling again. Furano Now 2015-2016 season Data as of Monday 23rd November 2015 Total snowfall at base 5cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 2 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 4cm (23rd November) November 2015 snowfall 5cm 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 6cm Snowfall at base this season 641cm Posted on Monday 15th February 2016 This is an archived report. The latest Furano Now report can be found here . Unfortunately the weather guy was pretty accurate with the forecast yesterday with the resort and town being hit by moderate rainfall, strong winds and warm temperatures. It rained for the whole day turning the town into slush and the tropical blip brought the locals out to chip away at their driveways which is made much easier when it is warmer. Now for the good news. Overnight, temperatures have returned to winter negatives and it is snowing moderately at village level. There has already been 6cm accumulation, and given the amount of precipitation there will be a lot more during today. The heaviest falls will occur from late afternoon onwards. There is a light to moderate wind at base level. Visibility is compromised today due to the heavy snowfall and low cloud rolling down the resort. Underfoot the slopes are going to be icy or frosty due to the thaw freeze we have just been through, however with all the new snow coming our we could be back to a powder base soon. ----------------------- Just as this report going to post winds have picked up and currently the Furano Ropeway is on hold - the Downhill Romance Number 3 lift was on hold for a short while but back running... Best to check with the resort for the very latest if you plan on being out. Furano Now 2015-2016 season Data as of Monday 15th February 2016 Total snowfall at base 641cm Number of days snowfall observed at base 60 days Most snowfall observed in 1 day 45cm (5th December) November 2015 snowfall 77cm reported on 6 days December 2015 snowfall 286cm reported on 20 days January 2016 snowfall 187cm reported on 22 days February 2016 snowfall 91cm 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