Zao 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 23 October 2026 06:47 NZDT
2-Day Forecast for Zao
48-hours from 22 October.
See below for forecast detail
Zao Snow Forecast updated at 06:47 NZDT, next update expected 12:00 NZDT.
Forecast for today in Zao
Max 9℃
Min 5℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 5℃ to daytime highs around 9℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
22
Snow unlikely
Fair early, then clear sky later.
Forecast times for Zao are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Zao
Max 12℃
Min 3℃
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 3℃ to daytime highs around 12℃
Freeze-thaw conditions up high.
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
23
Snow unlikely
Clear sky early, then clear spells 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? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | 09:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 10:00 |  | Light drizzle. | 8℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 9℃ | W Breeze | -125% | |
| Thu | 12:00 | | Fair. | 9℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 13:00 | | Fair. | 9℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 14:00 | | Clear sky. | 9℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 15:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 16:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | 7℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | 6℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Thu | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | 6℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Thu | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | W Calm | -125% | |
| Thu | 21:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 22:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 23:00 | | Clear sky. | 5℃ | W Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 00:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 01:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 02:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 03:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 04:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 05:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 06:00 | | Clear sky. | 3℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 07:00 | | Clear sky. | 4℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 08:00 | | Clear sky. | 7℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 09:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 10:00 | | Clear sky. | 9℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 11:00 | | Clear sky. | 10℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 12:00 | | Clear sky. | 11℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 13:00 | | Clear sky. | 12℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 14:00 | | Clear sky. | 12℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 15:00 | | Clear sky. | 12℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 16:00 | | Clear sky. | 10℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 17:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 18:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | S Calm | -125% | |
| Fri | 19:00 | | Clear sky. | 8℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 20:00 | | Clear sky. | 7℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 21:00 | | Fair. | 8℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 22:00 | | Clear spells. | 10℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 23:00 | | Fair. | 10℃ | S Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 00:00 | | Clear spells. | 10℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 01:00 | | Clear spells. | 10℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 02:00 | | Clear spells. | 9℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 03:00 | | Fair. | 9℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 04:00 | | Fair. | 9℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | 9℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 06:00 | | Clear spells. | 11℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 07:00 |  | Cloudy. | 11℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 08:00 | | Clear spells. | 12℃ | SW Light | -125% | |
Snow Forecast near Zao
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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.
How reliable is the snow in Zao?
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.