Zao 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 29 March 2026 16:41 UTC
2-Day Forecast for Zao
48-hours from 29 March.
See below for forecast detail
Zao Snow Forecast updated at 16:41 UTC, next update expected 22:00 UTC.
Forecast for today in Zao
Max 11℃ 51°F
Min 3℃ 36°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ 36°F to daytime highs around 11℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
29
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells later.
Forecast times for Zao are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Zao
Max 10℃ 51°F
Min 2℃ 35°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 2℃ 35°F to daytime highs around 10℃ 51°F
Freeze-thaw (spring snow) from mid-mountain up.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Mon
30
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then cloudy later.
Forecast times for Zao are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
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48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ 46°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 9℃ 48°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 10℃ 50°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 12:00 | | Clear sky. | 11℃ 51°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 13:00 | | Clear sky. | 10℃ 50°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Clear sky. | 10℃ 49°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Clear sky. | 9℃ 48°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ 45°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | 6℃ 42°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ 39°F | SE Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ 37°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ 36°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ 37°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ 37°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ 37°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ 36°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ 35°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 02:00 | | Fair. | 2℃ 35°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 03:00 | | Clear spells. | 2℃ 35°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 04:00 | | Clear spells. | 2℃ 35°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 05:00 | | Fair. | 2℃ 36°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 06:00 | | Clear spells. | 2℃ 36°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 07:00 | | Clear spells. | 3℃ 38°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 08:00 | | Fair. | 5℃ 41°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 09:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ 44°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 10:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ 45°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 11:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 12:00 | | Fair. | 10℃ 49°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 13:00 | | Fair. | 10℃ 51°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 14:00 | | Fair. | 10℃ 51°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 15:00 | | Fair. | 10℃ 50°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 16:00 | | Fair. | 9℃ 49°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 17:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 18:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ 45°F | S Calm | -125% | |
| Mon | 19:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ 45°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 20:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ 44°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 21:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 7℃ 44°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Mon | 23:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 00:00 |  | Cloudy. | 8℃ 46°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 01:00 | | Fair. | 9℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 02:00 | | Clear spells. | 9℃ 49°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 03:00 | | Clear spells. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 04:00 | | Clear spells. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | 8℃ 46°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 06:00 | | Cloudy. | 8℃ 46°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | 8℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
| Tue | 08:00 | | Clear spells. | 9℃ 47°F | S Light | -125% | |
Snow Forecast near Zao
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiga Okusiga Kogen | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Yakebitaiyama | - | 5cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Higashitateyama | - | 4cm 2in | |||||||
| Shiga Ichinose Diamond | - | 1cm - |
Zao Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zao.
This Snow Forecast for Zao, Japan gives the predicted Snowfall and Freezing Levels for the next week.
The forecast snowfall depths given are the likely average accumulations for the Lower and Upper slopes. The actual snow depth in Zao, on any given piste or itinerary, may be dramatically different, particularly if the snowfall is accompanied by high winds and/or varying air temperatures.
Snow Forecasts beyond two days ahead are subject to significant change and variable reliability.
Snow Reliability
Zao is known for its reliable snow conditions, typically featuring a snow depth of around 1.5 to 3 meters during peak season. For the latest snow reports and conditions, check J2Ski for up-to-date information.