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Yamagata Zao Onsen at 1661 m altitudeIssued by Snow-Forecast.com at: 2 am (local time) / 28 Feb 2020
Next 0-3 days weather summary:
A dusting of new snow. Temperatures will be below freezing (max -2°C on Sun night, min -11°C on Fri morning). Winds decreasing (strong winds from the W on Sat night, light winds from the SW by Sun night).
Next 4-6 days weather summary:
A moderate fall of snow, heaviest on Wed night. Temperatures will be below freezing (max 0°C on Wed afternoon, min -8°C on Wed night). Winds increasing (light winds from the WSW on Tue night, severe gales from the W by Wed night).
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-11 | -9 | -9 | -6 | -5 | -5 | -5 | -4 | -5 | -4 | -3 | -6 | -6 | -5 | -5 | -2 | -1 | -8 | -11 | -11 | -11 |
-22 | -18 | -17 | -13 | -12 | -14 | -14 | -12 | -12 | -11 | -10 | -17 | -16 | -12 | -11 | -10 | -7 | -22 | -26 | -26 | -26 |
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The above table gives the weather forecast for Yamagata Zao Onsen at the specific elevation of 1661 m. Our sophisticated weather models allow us to provide snow forecasts for the top, middle and bottom ski stations of Yamagata Zao Onsen. To access the weather forecasts for the other elevations, use the tab navigation above the table. For a wider view of the weather, check out the Weather Map of Japan.
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Yamagata Zao Onsen Snow Conditions
| Top snow depth: | 120 cm |
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| Bottom snow depth: | 55 cm |
| Fresh snowfall depth: | 16 cm |
| Last snowfall: | 28 Feb 2020 |
Other resorts in Japan - Yamagata are reporting:
Snow History
Week 4 of February has on average:
1.1 | Bluebird Powder days Fresh snow, mostly sunny, light wind. |
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2.4 | Powder days Fresh snow, limited sun, any wind. |
2.2 | Bluebird days Average snow, mostly sunny, light wind. |
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The above table gives the weather forecast for Yamagata Zao Onsen at the specific elevation of 1661 m. Our sophisticated weather models allow us to provide snow forecasts for the top, middle and bottom ski stations of Yamagata Zao Onsen. To access the weather forecasts for the other elevations, use the tab navigation above the table. For a wider view of the weather, check out the Weather Map of Japan.
Click here to read further information on freezing levels and how we forecast our temperatures.
Visitor Reviews of Yamagata Zao Onsen
Overall 3.2 Based on 3 votes and 2 reviews
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- Tony Brown from Australia writes:
I have skied at Zao 5~6 times since 1984. It is a resort with a great traditional village atmosphere, hot springs and skiing for everyone. The snow monsters look fantastic, however opportunities for skiing amongst them are for advanced skiers only. Most people just stick to the groomed runs. The thing I like most is the ski-in ski-out accommodation options and proximity of the whole village to the lifts. The only draw back is the toll road costs from Yamagata, but if staying at Zao you only pay once. The other negative is that there is a bit of a traverse between some lifts but this is only a minor gripe and won't trouble good skiers. The big bonus is the snow quality, varied terrain and different aspects offering sheltered runs depending on wind direction. The government run Minshiku Ryuzanso is only 50m from the Chuo (middle) gondola and at 8,000 yen per night including 2 meals can't be beat. It also has its own onsen. The manager Furukawa san is still there (2008) and very helpful for foreigners. Highly recommended.
Visitor Reviews of Yamagata Zao Onsen
Tony Brown from Australia writes:
I have skied at Zao 5~6 times since 1984. It is a resort with a great traditional village atmosphere, hot springs and skiing for everyone. The snow monsters look fantastic, however opportunities for skiing amongst them are for advanced skiers only. Most people just stick to the groomed runs. The thing I like most is the ski-in ski-out accommodation options and proximity of the whole village to the lifts. The only draw back is the toll road costs from Yamagata, but if staying at Zao you only pay once. The other negative is that there is a bit of a traverse between some lifts but this is only a minor gripe and won't trouble good skiers. The big bonus is the snow quality, varied terrain and different aspects offering sheltered runs depending on wind direction. The government run Minshiku Ryuzanso is only 50m from the Chuo (middle) gondola and at 8,000 yen per night including 2 meals can't be beat. It also has its own onsen. The manager Furukawa san is still there (2008) and very helpful for foreigners. Highly recommended.
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