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Zao Long-Range Snow Forecast - 14th May 2026

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Updated 14 May 2026 10:40 UTC

Long-Range Snow Forecast for Zao

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 14 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Zao Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Zao?

Zao Snow Forecast Highlights - JMA
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (1,221m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Zao.

Long-range Snow Outlook for Zao

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Max 27℃ 80°F
Min 6℃ 42°F

Snow unlikely

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Zao Long-Range (2 weeks+) Snow Forecast Outlook

Note :- Mountain weather is extremely dynamic; the forecast below will change. Any forecast snow may move forward or back in the forecast, and predicted snowfall depths will be revised in subsequent updates.

16 Day Weather and Snow Forecast for Zao from OpenMeteo(JMA)
BaseSnow and WeatherTemp
Town
Thu
14
Lt Rain

Light rain showers.

Max 12℃ 54°F
Min 6℃ 43°F
Fri
15
Clear

Clear sky.

Max 19℃ 65°F
Min 6℃ 42°F
Sat
16
Clear

Clear sky.

Max 23℃ 74°F
Min 11℃ 52°F
Sun
17
Clear

Clear sky.

Max 24℃ 74°F
Min 8℃ 47°F
Mon
18
Clear

Clear sky.

Max 27℃ 80°F
Min 7℃ 44°F
Tue
19
Cloud

Cloudy.

Max 24℃ 75°F
Min 9℃ 47°F
Wed
20
Mixed

Clear spells.

Max 20℃ 68°F
Min 6℃ 42°F

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.

Zao Snow Forecast updated at 10:40 UTC, next update expected 16:00 UTC.

Ensemble forecast for Zao, Japan at 780m

Daily Mean Temperature (yellow line is control)
Daily Total Precipitation (blue line is control)

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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.

Off-Piste Safety in Zao

Before skiing or snowboarding off-piste in Zao, you must assess the local snow conditions. Always check the local Avalanche Risk Level and ski with appropriate safety equipment.