Mount Fuji Experiences Unprecedented Snowless Streak: A Historic Weather Anomaly

Tue Apr 29 2025 01:31:39 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Mount Fuji Experiences Unprecedented Snowless Streak: A Historic Weather Anomaly

Mount Fuji, Japan's highest peak, remains bare later than ever, setting a new record in its 130-year observation history.


This year, Mount Fuji has made headlines as it continues to stay snowless far longer than usual, with no snowfall recorded by early October, marking a historic delay in seasonal weather patterns.

Despite its typically earlier onset of snow, the mountain remains a stark sight as climate conditions shift dramatically.

The peaks of Mount Fuji, iconic for their snow-capped beauty, have failed to don white by early October for the first time on record. Typically, the first signs of snow appear well before this time; however, a combination of record heat and atmospheric conditions has delayed winter's touch on the mountain. For reference, 2023 saw snow on October 5th, according to reports from AFP.

The summer of 2023 has been classified as one of the hottest on record in Japan, with temperatures averaging 1.76C (35.1F) above normal between June and August. Additionally, September brought continuing warmth, with a shift in atmospheric patterns allowing a subtropical jet stream to push warmer air across the region. These jet streams, which result from interactions between warmer southern air and cooler northern air, have created conditions ripe for unseasonable warmth.

The Japan Meteorological Society reported that nearly 1,500 areas experienced what they classified as "extremely hot" days with temperatures surging past 35C (95F) throughout September. Conversion of rain into snow typically requires frigid temperatures, and this year's conditions have been far from conducive.

As October progresses, temperatures have moderated somewhat; however, they remain above seasonal averages. The wait for snow on Mount Fuji has stretched, marking the longest since records began in 1894. Notably, the previous latest appearance of snow was on October 26, as recorded in 1955 and 2016, according to Yutaka Katsuta, a forecaster from the Kofu Local Meteorological Office.

Mount Fuji, which rises majestically to 3,776 meters (12,460 ft) southwest of Tokyo, last erupted over three centuries ago. The peak is visible from the bustling streets of the capital on clear days and has secured a cherished place in Japanese culture, evident in classic artworks and woodblock prints. Last year alone, over 220,000 adventurers made the trek to the summit from July to September, showcasing the enduring allure of this natural landmark.

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