Best Time to Visit Sapporo for Winter Activities | Weather by Month

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Winter Activities Potential

90/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

March, February, January

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Weather

-5°C – 21°C

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Generally dry

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❄️ Planning a winter trip to Sapporo?

The best time to visit Sapporo for winter activities is March, February, January, when conditions are ideal for experiences like northern lights, dog sledding, and snow excursions. If you're planning your trip during this period, it’s a good idea to explore available tours and places to stay in advance.

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See at a glance which months offer the best winter activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Winter months in Sapporo offer the highest chances of seeing the northern lights and enjoying snow-based activities.

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Winter Activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Sapporo

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	86Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	-5°	-2°	106	27.1	84%	shoulder
February	87Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	-5°	-1°	88	24.3	82%	shoulder
March	90Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	-1°	3°	71	24.6	76%	shoulder
April	35Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	5°	9°	59	18.1	70%	shoulder
May	20Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	11°	16°	73	18.2	70%	shoulder
June	1Poor Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	15°	20°	70	15.8	78%	shoulder
July	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.	20°	23°	109	17.2	81%	shoulder
August	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.	21°	25°	152	18.4	82%	wet
September	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.	17°	21°	145	18.4	79%	shoulder
October	20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.	10°	15°	133	21	74%	shoulder
November	71Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	4°	7°	124	25.2	76%	shoulder
December	86Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	-3°	0°	130	27.9	82%	shoulder