Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High24.7°C
Low-9.8°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
Japan Sapporo, Japan
Sapporo has a cold climate with average temperatures ranging from -3°C / 26°F in January to 25°C / 76°F in August.
Precipitation is distributed throughout the year, averaging 100 mm / 3.9 inches monthly, peaking in August (168 mm / 6.6 inches) and reaching its lowest in February (66 mm / 2.6 inches).
The UV index ranges from 2 in December to 8 in June, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
Daylight hours range from about 9.1 hours in December to 15.3 hours in June.
Trip planning
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Sapporo.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
168 mm
August carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Moderate (5.6)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
9 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
14 km/h
December is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
75 %to85 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Sapporo, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Sapporo compares
See how it ranks against the rest of Japan for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in Japan
#4 / 4
COOLEST (AVG)
in Japan
#1 / 4
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in Japan
#4 / 4
WINDIEST (AVG)
in Japan
#1 / 4
HIGHEST UV
in Japan
#4 / 4
MOST HUMID
in Japan
#1 / 4
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Sapporo, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Sapporo feel over the year?
Across the year, daytime highs average about 11°C (52°F), with nights near 4°C (39°F). Overall it feels cool by day and cold after dark. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing. It tends to be on the cloudier side, with fewer blue-sky days.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo for dry weather?
When is sun exposure strongest in Sapporo?
UV tends to peak in June, when UV levels are often high (around 8). Regular sunscreen and a hat are recommended.
Does it snow in Sapporo?
Yes. Snowfall is possible, and it peaks in January, when averages reach around 1.9 cm. Winters are when you're most likely to see snow on the ground.
Is Sapporo a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 14 km/h (9 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 66 km/h (41 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Sapporo get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.