The snow that accumulates in the inland climate zone of the Furano Basin is said to be of exceptional quality even by global standards, being fluffy, dry, and soft. This snow is ideal for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding, making it a paradise for those who love powder snow.

Since 2022, Furano City has been conducting research on snowfall and snow accumulation in collaboration with snow experts. The research has revealed that the Furano area, among the major ski resorts in Hokkaido, has an environment where light, dry snow falls and it is less likely to compact after accumulation. Starting from the 2023 season, Furano City has been predicting and announcing the "fluffiness and dryness index," a quantitative measure of powder snow, using its unique calculation method.