Zao 48-Hour Snow Forecast
Updated 02 July 2026 16:41 BST
2-Day Forecast for Zao
48-hours from 2 July.
See below for forecast detail
Zao Snow Forecast updated at 16:41 BST, next update expected 22:00 BST.
Forecast for today in Zao
Max 17℃ 62°F
Min 16℃ 60°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 16℃ 60°F to daytime highs around 17℃ 62°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Thu
02
Snow unlikely
Drizzle first, rain then rain showers, light drizzle later.
Forecast times for Zao are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
Forecast for tomorrow in Zao
Max 16℃ 61°F
Min 14℃ 57°F
Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 14℃ 57°F to daytime highs around 16℃ 61°F
Temperature at BaseTemp at Base
Fri
03
Snow unlikely
Light drizzle, clear spells, cloudy later.
Forecast times for Zao are in Tokyo (Asia/Tokyo) time zone.
48-hour Forecast Detail
| Base | Snow to | Weather | Temp Town | Rain or Snow? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu | 09:00 |  | Drizzle. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 10:00 | | Drizzle. | 16℃ 62°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 11:00 | | Drizzle. | 16℃ 62°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 12:00 | | Drizzle. | 16℃ 62°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 13:00 | | Drizzle. | 17℃ 62°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 14:00 | | Light rain. | 16℃ 62°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 15:00 | | Light rain. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 16:00 | | Rain. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 17:00 | | Rain. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 18:00 | | Rain. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 19:00 | | Light rain. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 20:00 | | Rain. | 16℃ 61°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 21:00 | | Rain. | 16℃ 60°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 22:00 | | Drizzle. | 16℃ 60°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Thu | 23:00 | | Drizzle. | 16℃ 60°F | E Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 00:00 |  | Heavy drizzle. | 16℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 01:00 | | Heavy drizzle. | 16℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 02:00 | | Heavy drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 03:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 04:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 05:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 06:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 07:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 08:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 09:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 10:00 | | Light drizzle. | 16℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 11:00 | | Light drizzle. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 12:00 | | Cloudy. | 15℃ 59°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 13:00 | | Cloudy. | 15℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 14:00 | | Cloudy. | 16℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 15:00 | | Clear spells. | 16℃ 61°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 16:00 | | Clear spells. | 16℃ 61°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 17:00 | | Clear spells. | 16℃ 61°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 18:00 | | Clear spells. | 16℃ 60°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 19:00 | | Cloudy. | 15℃ 59°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 20:00 | | Cloudy. | 15℃ 58°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 21:00 | | Cloudy. | 14℃ 57°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 22:00 | | Cloudy. | 14℃ 57°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Fri | 23:00 | | Cloudy. | 14℃ 57°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 00:00 | | Cloudy. | 14℃ 57°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 01:00 | | Clear spells. | 14℃ 56°F | SE Calm | -125% | |
| Sat | 02:00 | | Fair. | 14℃ 56°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 03:00 | | Clear spells. | 14℃ 56°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 04:00 | | Clear spells. | 14℃ 56°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 05:00 | | Clear spells. | 14℃ 56°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 06:00 | | Cloudy. | 14℃ 57°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 07:00 | | Cloudy. | 14℃ 58°F | SE Light | -125% | |
| Sat | 08:00 | | Clear spells. | 15℃ 59°F | SE Light | -125% | |
Snow Forecast near Zao
Snow forecasts for nearby ski areas.
Snow Forecasts for other Ski Resorts near Zao are not available.
Zao Snow
For current snow depths and skiing conditions, see our Current Snow Report for Zao.
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 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.