Early spring · Weather & things to do
Furano and Biei in March
Furano and Biei warms up: highs climb to 33°F (1°C), from 26°F in February, with lows of 19°F (-7°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain or snow.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 43/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 33°F (1°C)
- Avg low
- 19°F (-7°C)
- Rain or snow
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 92%
- Cloud cover
- 75%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 43/100 · Tough
What March feels like
Real cold sets in, with afternoon highs around 33°F (1°C).
Nights drop below freezing, with an average low of 19°F (-7°C), so expect frost and ice.
Expect about 2.2 in (55 mm) of precipitation (rain or snow). Because the average temperature is below freezing, snow is likely on some days.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 75%.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September.
- Comfort holds steady from February (42 → 43/100).
- Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- Hat, gloves and thermal base layerslows around 19°F
- Insulated, waterproof bootssnow is likely on some days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Furano and Biei in March
With highs near 33°F, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
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 33°F.
Shirahige Waterfall
Falls seeping through cliff rock into a blue river, seen from a bridge.
Furano Wine Factory
Municipal winery on a hill with free tastings of local wines.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Farm Tomita
Famous lavender farm with striped flower beds and lavender soft serve.
Ningle Terrace
Log cabin craft shops on boardwalks in the forest at New Furano Prince Hotel.
Nearby in March
- Sapporo in March~63 mi · highs 36°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 1°C (3°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Otaru in March~77 mi · highs 35°F, 2.8 in rain or snow · 1°C (2°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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Furano and Biei?
It's middling, scoring 43/100. The best months are May & June and September, at up to 81. Expect highs of 33°F (1°C) and 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain or snow. Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Furano and Biei in March?
Average highs are 33°F (1°C) and average lows 19°F (-7°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs, with nights below freezing on average.
Does it snow a lot in Furano and Biei in March?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain or snow falls across March on average, the 2nd-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 March?
Bring hat, gloves and thermal base layers (lows around 19°F), insulated, waterproof boots (snow is likely on some days) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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