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City Trips Potential

87/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

June, September, July

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Avoid

Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

-5°C – 21°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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Planning a city trip to Sapporo?

The best time to visit Sapporo for a city trip is June, September, July, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Sapporo

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
32Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-5°106
February
33Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-5°88
March
35Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-1°71
April
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
59
May
67Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°73
June
87Excellent
Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
15°70
July
83Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
20°109
August
78Good
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
21°152
September
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
17°145
October
61Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
10°133
November
32Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
124
December
30Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
-3°130

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Sapporo

When is the best time to visit Sapporo for city trips?

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The best time to visit Sapporo for city trips is typically in June, September, July, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Sapporo?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Sapporo, making it a year-round destination for city trips.

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