The original purpose was to take an icebreaker cruise to see the ice breaking, which was the highlight of the trip. Reviews said there would be ice from late January to February, but when we went close to the end of January, we didn't see any because the ice hadn't floated to Japan yet 😂. However! The other activities on the itinerary were great. The hotel was very clean, and the buffet was a pleasant surprise—more thoughtful and delicious than even the high-end hotels in Hong Kong. We also visited a very cold little rural spot with thick, beautiful snow! The scenery was like a painting—absolutely amazing!
The tour guide and driver were very responsible, and the winter scenery in Hokkaido was beautiful. The itinerary was packed, but I wouldn't recommend visiting the Fairy Terrace, either for its scenery or its safety. Hokkaido's weather in winter is very unpredictable; blizzards and earthquakes can strike suddenly. Be sure to allow extra time for emergencies, such as bus accidents or highway closures. It's advisable not to book a hotel for the night of your trip.
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Furano Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Furano year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average -1.2–12.2°C, with fluctuating temperatures, increasing rainfall, and occasional snowfall. Common activities: Flower viewing (e.g., tulips, early lavender), enjoying outdoor activities. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, long pants, and rain gear.
Summer (June–August): Average 16.8–22.1°C, warm and humid, with higher rainfall, especially in August. Common activities: Viewing lavender fields, fruit picking, camping, hiking. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, and rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 9.6–16.9°C, pleasant and comfortable, gradually cooling, with decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Autumn foliage viewing, cycling, hot springs. Recommended clothing: Comfortable jacket, long-sleeved shirt, and long pants.
Winter (December–February): Average -8.4–-1.2°C, cold and dry, with frequent snowfall. Common activities: Skiing, snow activities, viewing snow scenery. Recommended clothing: Warm down jacket, thick sweater, warm pants, snow boots, gloves, and hat.
Furano climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 7.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1426 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Furano monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
-8.4°C
58.4
February
-7.1°C
48.7
March
-1.2°C
65.6
April
7°C
70.7
May
12.2°C
88.9
June
16.8°C
175.4
July
21.4°C
144.5
August
22.1°C
250.6
September
16.9°C
179.5
October
9.6°C
144.3
November
3.1°C
117.6
December
-5.7°C
82.3
Furano weather for the next seven days
2/3
Tuesday
Moderate snow
-2.5°C/-16.2°C
2/4
Wednesday
Light snow
0.7°C/-11°C
2/5
Thursday
Moderate snow
-0.3°C/-13.5°C
2/6
Friday
Blizzard
-5.4°C/-12.5°C
2/7
Saturday
Patchy light snow
-8.6°C/-18.1°C
2/8
Sunday
Heavy snow
-6.5°C/-15.7°C
2/9
Monday
Heavy snow
-7°C/-11.9°C
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