Weather in Hakodate
What's the weather like in Hakodate?
Hakodate has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 0°C (32°F) in January to 23°C (73°F) in July, with overnight lows around -6°C (21°F) and 18°C (65°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Hakodate are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 41.769, 140.729
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C / 32°F | -6°C / 21°F | 55 mm | 11 | — |
| February | 1°C / 33°F | -6°C / 21°F | 57 mm | 9 | — |
| March | 6°C / 43°F | -1°C / 31°F | 83 mm | 12 | — |
| April | 11°C / 51°F | 4°C / 38°F | 83 mm | 11 | — |
| May | 16°C / 60°F | 9°C / 48°F | 91 mm | 12 | — |
| June | 19°C / 66°F | 13°C / 56°F | 113 mm | 13 | — |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 18°C / 65°F | 110 mm | 13 | — |
| August | 25°C / 76°F | 20°C / 68°F | 194 mm | 14 | — |
| September | 22°C / 71°F | 16°C / 61°F | 135 mm | 12 | — |
| October | 16°C / 60°F | 10°C / 49°F | 114 mm | 12 | — |
| November | 9°C / 49°F | 3°C / 38°F | 95 mm | 12 | — |
| December | 2°C / 36°F | -3°C / 26°F | 73 mm | 12 | — |
Hakodate by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Hakodate?
The most comfortable months in Hakodate are usually July, August, September, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Hakodate?
August is typically the hottest month in Hakodate, averaging a high of 25°C (76°F).
What is the coldest month in Hakodate?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -6°C (21°F).
Does it snow in Hakodate?
Snow is rare in Hakodate; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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