Weather in Sapporo
What's the weather like in Sapporo?
Sapporo has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from -3°C (27°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in July, with overnight lows around -10°C (15°F) and 17°C (63°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Sapporo are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇯🇵 Japan
- Region
- Asia
- Time zone
- Asia/Tokyo
- Coordinates
- 43.062, 141.355
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C / 27°F | -10°C / 15°F | 61 mm | 23 | — |
| February | -2°C / 29°F | -9°C / 16°F | 64 mm | 22 | — |
| March | 4°C / 40°F | -4°C / 25°F | 71 mm | 19 | — |
| April | 12°C / 53°F | 1°C / 34°F | 81 mm | 17 | — |
| May | 18°C / 64°F | 8°C / 46°F | 97 mm | 19 | — |
| June | 20°C / 69°F | 12°C / 54°F | 122 mm | 18 | — |
| July | 25°C / 77°F | 17°C / 63°F | 122 mm | 18 | — |
| August | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 65°F | 189 mm | 21 | — |
| September | 22°C / 71°F | 14°C / 56°F | 134 mm | 19 | — |
| October | 15°C / 59°F | 6°C / 43°F | 106 mm | 19 | — |
| November | 8°C / 46°F | 0°C / 32°F | 103 mm | 22 | — |
| December | 0°C / 32°F | -7°C / 20°F | 69 mm | 24 | — |
Sapporo by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Sapporo?
The most comfortable months in Sapporo are usually June, July, 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 Sapporo?
July is typically the hottest month in Sapporo, averaging a high of 25°C (77°F).
What is the coldest month in Sapporo?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -10°C (15°F).
Does it snow in Sapporo?
Snow is rare in Sapporo; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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