This 16-day snow and weather forecast for Zao Onsen Ski Resort provides a detailed outlook on upcoming snowfall, temperature trends, wind conditions, and freezing levels. Use this long-range forecast to plan ski days, powder hunts, and travel decisions with confidence as mountain weather patterns evolve over the coming weeks.

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Sunrise 06:42 06:41 06:40 06:39 06:38 06:37 06:36 06:35 06:34 06:33 06:32 06:31 06:30 06:28 06:27 06:26 06:25 06:24 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Sunset 17:01 17:02 17:03 17:05 17:06 17:07 17:08 17:09 17:10 17:11 17:12 17:13 17:14 17:16 17:17 17:18 17:19 17:20 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Rain Sum (mm) 0.4 - 0.5 1.9 0.2 - 0.5 0.5 0.7 0.3 1.5 1.1 - 2.3 - 0.3 0.6 0.9 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Snowfall Sum (cm) 2.7 0.1 0.7 0.2 - 0.5 4.3 1.3 1.0 0.2 2.3 2.5 - 0.5 0.2 - 0.2 1.1 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
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Precipitation Sum (mm) 5.6 0.3 2.5 2.4 0.2 0.7 8.5 2.5 2.1 1.2 5.5 5.4 - 4.0 0.8 0.3 1.2 2.7 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Max Temperature (°C) -4 -5 -2 0 -2 -8 -8 -6 0 -2 -3 -1 3 4 -5 -2 0 -4 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Min Temperature (°C) -9 -11 -6 -4 -11 -12 -13 -10 -6 -8 -9 -5 -3 -6 -9 -6 -9 -8 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Max Wind Gusts (km/h) 52 39 40 70 73 58 70 76 48 59 64 55 58 68 67 39 68 66 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Max Wind Speed (km/h) 15 18 11 23 24 19 36 41 9 18 32 23 13 21 33 13 25 36 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
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Precipitation Probability (%) 60 - 29 24 6 4 67 25 15 16 35 29 - 23 6 9 27 23 Login Login Login Login Login Login Login Login
Freezing Level
Top 1,669 m
Mid 1,224 m
Bot 779 m

Zao Onsen Ski Resort Snow Forecast & 16-Day Weather Outlook

Confidence in the forecast for Zao Onsen is moderate, with conditions evolving from mixed to snowy. In the short term, expect light snowfall and chilly temperatures, helping maintain a solid base. However, strong winds could impact lift operations, particularly on exposed ridgelines, so be prepared for possible delays. As we move into the mid-range, temperatures will rise slightly, which may lead to some surface softening but should still preserve decent skiing conditions. The long-range outlook indicates a return to snowy weather, promising fresh accumulation that will enhance the overall snow quality. Notably, Zao Onsen is renowned for its stunning snow monsters—frozen trees that add a unique visual experience while skiing.