While not yet official, Mount Fuji gets its trademark snowcap after the longest delay in 130 years

Snow arrived at Mount Fuji more than a month after it normally would, after setting a record for the most-delayed snowfall in 130 years.

Comment from Gemini:

The related observations highlight a global trend of diminishing snow cover and glacial melt, likely exacerbated by climate change. The UK's longest-lasting snow patch, the Sphinx, has melted completely eight times in 300 years, with increasing frequency in recent years. Similarly, Switzerland has seen a significant reduction in snow cover between 1995 and 2017, particularly in the Alps and Jura regions. Sweden's tallest peak, Kebnekaise, lost its title due to glacial melt in 2018. Even in Hawaii, snow on Haleakala is a rare event, highlighting the unusual nature of snow patterns. These observations, along with the delayed snowfall on Mt. Fuji, underscore the potential impact of rising temperatures on snowpack and glaciers worldwide. While the Kofu office hesitates to directly link the delayed snowfall to climate change, it's important to consider these events within the larger context of a warming planet. The article mentions unusually high temperatures in Japan throughout 2024. Further context could be provided by comparing these temperatures to historical averages and analyzing long-term temperature trends for the region. Japan Meteorological Agency data could be a valuable resource for this analysis. Additionally, researching the impact of reduced snowpack on local ecosystems and water resources could provide further insights into the potential consequences of this event.