Sapporo · WinterMonth summary
Sapporo weather in January
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
14°F – 28°F
🌧 Rainy days
47% of days
☀️ Sunshine
6.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Winter
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
3.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Sapporo in January?
✅ 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: January is a difficult time for Sapporo. July (7.8/10) is much more favourable.
By trip type
Sapporo in January 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 January
Winter in Sapporo is cool (-2°F during the day). Days are short (6.9h of sunshine) but the city reveals a different side. With 47% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
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| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ❄️ January | 14°F | 28°F | 47% | 0.1in | 6.9h | 3.2/10 | 8.0/10 |
| ❄️ February | 16°F | 28°F | 52% | 0.1in | 8.2h | 3.3/10 | 8.3/10 |
| 🌨️ March | 25°F | 39°F | 40% | 0.1in | 10.0h | 4.1/10 | 8.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 36°F | 54°F | 41% | 0.1in | 10.7h | 5.5/10 | 5.8/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 46°F | 64°F | 41% | 0.1in | 11.1h | 7.1/10 | 4.5/10 |
| 🌤️ June | 54°F | 70°F | 43% | 0.2in | 11.1h | 7.3/10 | 4.1/10 |
| 🌤️ July | 64°F | 77°F | 40% | 0.2in | 11.7h | 7.8/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌤️ August | 64°F | 79°F | 51% | 0.2in | 10.4h | 7.5/10 | 3.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 57°F | 72°F | 40% | 0.2in | 10.2h | 7.4/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 43°F | 61°F | 43% | 0.1in | 9.2h | 6.4/10 | 4.2/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 32°F | 46°F | 51% | 0.1in | 7.0h | 3.7/10 | 6.1/10 |
| 🌨️ December | 19°F | 32°F | 50% | 0.1in | 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 January, Sapporo averages 28°F, 47% rainy days and 6.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 3.2/10.
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Comparison
January vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +27°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -7%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +4.8h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Sapporo in January
Is January a good time to visit Sapporo?
Yes, January is an excellent time for skiing (score 8.0/10). With 28°F max and 47% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
Can you ski in Sapporo in January?
Yes, January is excellent for skiing (score 8.0/10). With 28°F max and 47% precipitation, snow conditions are good.
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