Japan Weather Today日本語Hakodate weather today
A port city in southern Hokkaido, famous for its night view, morning market and star-shaped Goryokaku fort. Here is today's forecast, the best time to go and what to expect in every season.
Best time to visit Hakodate
June to September for mild weather; December to February for snowy night views.
Hakodate weather through the year
- Winters are long and snowy, from December to March, often below freezing all day.
- There is no real rainy season, so June and July are good months to visit.
- Summers are pleasant and drier than in the rest of Japan, often around 25°C.
- Autumn is short and colourful; the first snow can fall in late October or November.
- Southern Hokkaido is milder than Sapporo, with a little less snow.
Hakodate by season
Spring (March to May)
What to do: Cherry blossom at Goryokaku in late April to early May.
What to wear: A warm jacket: April can still be cold and snowy, May is mild.
Summer (June to August)
What to do: Cool and comfortable; fog sometimes hides the night view from Mount Hakodate.
What to wear: Light clothes and a sweater for cool evenings.
Autumn (September to November)
What to do: Autumn leaves in late October and fresh squid and seafood.
What to wear: A warm jacket and layers; it cools quickly in October.
Winter (December to February)
What to do: Snowy and cold, with illuminations in the harbour district.
What to wear: A heavy winter coat, thermal layers, gloves, a hat and snow boots with grip.
More than a forecast
- Hour-by-hour forecast with rain timing, feels-like temperature, UV and daily tips.
- Rain radar from JMA, 3 hours back and 15 hours ahead, plus live Himawari satellite clouds.
- Official warnings: heavy rain, heatstroke alerts, earthquakes, tsunami and typhoons, in plain English.
- Trip planner and road trips: the weather for every stop, and every rest stop on your route.
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Questions
What is the weather in Hakodate today?
The 5-day forecast on this page updates automatically. Open the app for the hour-by-hour forecast, rain timing and official JMA warnings for Hakodate.
When is the best time to visit Hakodate?
June to September for mild weather; December to February for snowy night views.
When is the rainy season in Hakodate?
There is no real rainy season here.
Does it snow in Hakodate?
Snow covers the ground from about December to March; pavements can be icy, so wear boots with grip.
Is there a free weather app for Hakodate in English?
Yes. Japan Weather Today is free, needs no sign-up and works in English, Japanese, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Korean. It runs in your browser and can be added to your home screen.
