Zao 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 20 March 2026 17:42 CDT
2-Day Forecast for Zao
48-hours from 21 March.
See below for forecast detail
Zao Snow Forecast updated at 17:42 CDT, next update expected 23:00 CDT.
Forecast for today in Zao
Max 2℃
Min -4℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -4℃ and rising to 2℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Snowfall
Snow Line
Sat
21
1cm New Snow
Clear sky.
Snow falling to resort level (780m).
Forecast times for Zao are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Zao
Max 8℃
Min -3℃
Freeze-thaw conditions, with valley temperatures cooling to -3℃ and rising to 8℃
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Sun
22
Snow unlikely
Clear sky first, fair then clear spells, fair 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? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat | 00:00 |  | Heavy snow showers. | -2℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 01:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 02:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -4℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 03:00 | | Heavy snow showers. | -3℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 04:00 | | Clear sky. | -4℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | -3℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 06:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | -2℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | -1℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 0℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 12:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 13:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 14:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Sat | 15:00 | | Clear sky. | 2℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 16:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | -1℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Sat | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | -1℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Sat | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | -2℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Sat | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | -2℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Sat | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Sat | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 02:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 03:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 04:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 05:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 06:00 | | Clear sky. | -3℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | -2℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 1℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Sun | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 6℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 12:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 13:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 14:00 | | Clear spells. | 7℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 15:00 | | Fair. | 7℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 16:00 | | Fair. | 6℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 17:00 | | Fair. | 4℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 18:00 | | Fair. | 2℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 19:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 20:00 | | Fair. | 1℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 21:00 | | Fair. | 2℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 22:00 | | Clear spells. | 3℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sun | 23:00 | | Clear spells. | 3℃ | S Light | -125% | |
Snow Forecast near Zao
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
| Ski Area | 48 Hr | 7 Day | Sa | Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiga Higashitateyama | 5cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Shiga Okusiga Kogen | 5cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Shiga Yakebitaiyama | 5cm | 8cm | |||||||
| Shiga Giant | 5cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Shiga Hasuike | 5cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Shiga Hoppo Bunadaira | 5cm | 5cm | |||||||
| Shiga Ichinose Diamond | 5cm | 5cm |
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.