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Zao Long-Range Snow Forecast - 22nd July 2026

Zao Long-Range Snow Forecast Updated today

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Updated 22 July 2026 08:41 PDT

Long-Range Snow Forecast for Zao

Long-range (14 to 45 days) from 22 July.

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 (4,004ft)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Zao.

Long-range Snow Outlook for Zao

 
Snowfall

 
Snow Line

Max 83°F
Min 60°F

Snow unlikely

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
Wed
22
Clear

Clear sky.

Max 83°F
Min 71°F
Thu
23
Lt Rain

Light rain showers.

Max 81°F
Min 65°F
Fri
24
Lt Drizzle

Light drizzle.

Max 67°F
Min 62°F
Sat
25
Lt Drizzle

Light drizzle.

Max 66°F
Min 60°F
Sun
26
Drizzle

Drizzle.

Max 68°F
Min 62°F
Mon
27
Mixed

Clear spells.

Max 78°F
Min 62°F
Tue
28
Lt Drizzle

Light drizzle.

Max 78°F
Min 65°F

No significant snowfall is forecast for this period.

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 trail 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 08:41 PDT, next update expected imminently.

Ensemble forecast for Zao, Japan at 2,559ft

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

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.