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Hokkaido's capital, famous for snow, ramen and beer. Summers are cool and there is no real rainy season. Here is today's forecast, the best time to go and what to expect in every season.
Best time to visit Sapporo
February for the Snow Festival, or June to September for cool, dry summer weather.
Sapporo 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.
Average temperatures in Sapporo
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high | 0° | 0° | 4° | 12° | 18° | 22° | 25° | 26° | 23° | 16° | 9° | 2° |
| Average low | -6° | -6° | -2° | 3° | 8° | 13° | 17° | 19° | 14° | 8° | 1° | -4° |
Rounded averages from the Japan Meteorological Agency (1991–2020).
Sapporo by season
Spring (March to May)
What to do: Cherry blossom arrives late, usually early May, in Maruyama Park.
What to wear: A warm jacket: April can still be cold and snowy, May is mild.
Summer (June to August)
What to do: Beer gardens in Odori Park and flower fields nearby; a pleasant escape from the heat further south.
What to wear: Light clothes and a sweater for cool evenings.
Autumn (September to November)
What to do: Autumn leaves in October and the first snow often in November.
What to wear: A warm jacket and layers; it cools quickly in October.
Winter (December to February)
What to do: The Sapporo Snow Festival in early February, and skiing just outside the city.
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 Sapporo 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 Sapporo.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo?
February for the Snow Festival, or June to September for cool, dry summer weather.
When is the rainy season in Sapporo?
There is no real rainy season here.
Does it snow in Sapporo?
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 Sapporo 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.
