Late winter · Weather & things to do
Furano and Biei in February
Little changes in Furano and Biei from January: highs stay near 26°F (-3°C), lows near 11°F (-12°C), and about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 42/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 26°F (-3°C)
- Avg low
- 11°F (-12°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.4 in (61 mm)
- Humidity
- 94%
- Cloud cover
- 76%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 42/100 · Tough
What February feels like
Highs only reach about 26°F (-3°C), so plan short stints outside between indoor stops.
Average lows of 11°F (-12°C) mean frosty nights and icy mornings.
About 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow falls in the month, and with temperatures averaging below freezing, much of it may come as snow.
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 76%.
Plan around February
February sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (40 → 42/100).
- February sits inside the Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb window our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends.
What to pack for February
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 11°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Waterproof outer layerabout 2.4 in of rain or snow
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Furano and Biei in February
Cold days call for a roof: these picks favor sit-down and indoor stops, plus a few for drier spells.
Furano Cheese Factory
Dairy workshop with cheese tastings, ice cream and a pizza kitchen.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 26°F.
Furano Wine Factory
Municipal winery on a hill with free tastings of local wines.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Furano Ski Resort
Ski area with powder snow and a ropeway that runs to summer viewpoints.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter.
Patchwork Road
Scenic farm roads past the Ken and Mary Tree and Seven Stars Tree.
Shirogane Blue Pond
Man-made pond tinted milky blue by minerals, with dead larch trunks.
Nearby in February
- Sapporo in February~63 mi · highs 29°F, 3.3 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Otaru in February~77 mi · highs 29°F, 3.3 in rain or snow · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~517 m to Furano and Biei's ~208 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Furano and Biei in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Furano and Biei?
It's middling, scoring 42/100. The best months are May & June and September, at up to 81. Expect highs of 26°F (-3°C) and 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow. February is inside the Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb window our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends.
How cold is Furano and Biei in February?
Average highs are 26°F (-3°C) and average lows 11°F (-12°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Furano and Biei in February?
Some: about 2.4 in (61 mm) of rain or snow falls across February on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. With temperatures this low, much of it may fall as snow. The annual total is about 43.0 in (1093 mm).
What should I pack for Furano and Biei in February?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 11°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days), waterproof outer layer (about 2.4 in of rain or snow) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Furano and Biei
Routes in season in February
- Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb
Planning Furano and Biei in February?
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