Sapporo · WinterMonth summary
Sapporo weather in December
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
-7°C – 0°C
🌧 Rainy days
50% of days
☀️ Sunshine
6.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
2.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Sapporo in December?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you enjoy winter atmosphere and the lowest prices of the year.
❌ No if: you're looking for sunshine or outdoor activities.
Our take: December brings a challenging climate (2.6/10). July offers milder conditions if your dates are flexible.
By trip type
Sapporo in December by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ❌ Not recommended
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in December
🎯 Not recommended unless on tight budget — difficult weather (0°C, 50% rain) Winter in Sapporo is cool (0°C during the day). Days are short (6.1h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 50% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | -10°C | -2°C | 47% | 2.1 | 6.9h | 3.2/10 | 8.0/10 |
| ❄️ February | -9°C | -2°C | 52% | 2.3 | 8.2h | 3.3/10 | 8.3/10 |
| 🌨️ March | -4°C | 4°C | 40% | 2.4 | 10.0h | 4.1/10 | 8.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 2°C | 12°C | 41% | 2.9 | 10.7h | 5.5/10 | 5.8/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 8°C | 18°C | 41% | 3.1 | 11.1h | 7.1/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 12°C | 21°C | 43% | 4.2 | 11.1h | 7.3/10 | 4.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 18°C | 25°C | 40% | 4.2 | 11.7h | 7.8/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 18°C | 26°C | 51% | 5.9 | 10.4h | 7.5/10 | 3.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 14°C | 22°C | 40% | 4.3 | 10.2h | 7.4/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 6°C | 16°C | 43% | 3.7 | 9.2h | 6.4/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 0°C | 8°C | 51% | 3.6 | 7.0h | 3.7/10 | 6.1/10 |
| 🌨️ December | -7°C | 0°C | 50% | 2.3 | 6.1h | 2.6/10 | 8.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In December, Sapporo averages 0°C, 50% rainy days and 6.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 2.6/10.
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Comparison
December vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +25°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -10%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +5.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Sapporo in December
Is December a good time to visit Sapporo?
Yes, December is an excellent time for skiing (score 8.0/10). With 0°C max and 50% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
Can you ski in Sapporo in December?
Yes, December is excellent for skiing (score 8.0/10). With 0°C max and 50% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
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