Snowfall of Hokkaido 

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Snowfall of Hokkaido

Explore Hokkaido’s Snow Data

Snowfall and snow depth data for Hokkaido are clearly visualized in easy-to-read graphs by area and by month. The data are sourced from the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

Line chart of Snowfall by Area

Monthly Snowfall (cm) at Locations Across Hokkaido; 30-Year Climate Normals (1991–2020) — Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism

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