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Furano Resort Guide
Projected to open November 23, 2026
Best months to book: March, February, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 23
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Oct 29
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Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
5cm
7-Day Forecast
12cm
Snow Depth
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Resort Guide
Furano Ski Resort is located in central Hokkaido, Japan, and is renowned for its light, dry powder snow and long ski season. The resort features two main zones with a combined 28 kilometers of varied terrain, suitable for all levels, and offers modern lift infrastructure, ski-in ski-out accommodation, and panoramic views of the Tokachi mountain range. Furano stands out for its authentic Japanese atmosphere, easy access to the town of Furano, and a blend of traditional culture with high-quality winter sports experiences.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Furano
Lifts
11
Skiable area
470 ac
Longest run
4.8 km / 2.98 mi
Lift fleet
- Gondola1
- Aerial tram1
- High-speed quad1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Bar & Dining Ajito – A popular après-ski spot in Furano, Ajito is renowned for its cozy atmosphere, creative cocktails, and excellent selection of local and international dishes, making it a favorite gathering place for skiers to unwind after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:00 PM UTC
4cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+30%
vs 5-Year Avg
3cm avg by now
-35%
vs 30-Year Avg
6cm avg by now
3cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 3.9 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~3.9 cm. That's 30% above the 5-year average (3 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 35% below the 30-year average (6 cm).
Furano Season Snowfall
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Furano Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 301cm with an average of 82 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 40cm | 11 days | 8cm | 22cm | 8cm |
| December | 68cm | 18 days | 45cm | 71cm | 12cm |
| January | 58cm | 17 days | 84cm | 99cm | 11cm |
| February | 48cm | 14 days | 104cm | 116cm | 9cm |
| March | 54cm | 13 days | 110cm | 124cm | 12cm |
| April | 26cm | 7 days | 71cm | 105cm | 8cm |
| May | 3cm | 1 days | 7cm | 37cm | 3cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2025-26
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No full season on record
73 days scored, from 22 Feb
47
Best Day
7 Mar
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
February 2026
- 4128 Feb8cm
- 3225 Feb
- 3124 Feb
March 2026
- 477 Mar9cm
- 4612 Mar1cm
- 451 Mar1cm
April 2026
- 2712 Apr3cm
- 268 Apr2cm
- 2513 Apr1cm
May 2026
- 121 May
- 125 May1cm
- 82 May
March scored highest for Furano in 2025-26. Based on 73 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 23, 2026
Through May 6, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
January
Peak Powder
February
Peak Powder
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical powder season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Furano
- Where is Furano?
- Furano is a ski resort in Japan.
- How high is Furano?
- Furano runs from a base elevation of 245 m (804 ft) to a summit of 1,074 m (3,524 ft), giving a vertical drop of 829 m (2,720 ft).
- How big is Furano?
- Furano has 470 acres (190 hectares) of skiable terrain, 28 marked runs and 11 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Furano?
- Furano is on the Ikon Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Furano?
- Furano typically operates from November to May. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Furano get in a typical season?
- Furano averages 315 inches / 800 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
