Sapporo · AutumnMonth summary
Sapporo weather in September
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
57°F – 72°F
🌧 Rainy days
40% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.4/10
📅 📅 Best month
July (7.8/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Sapporo in September?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 22°F.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in September (7.4/10). July scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Sapporo in September by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in September
Autumn in Sapporo is often underrated: 22°F, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Expect rain on 40% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (7.8/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| 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 September, Sapporo averages 72°F, 40% rainy days and 10.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.4/10.
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Comparison
September vs July (best month)
The best month is July (score 7.8/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.5h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Sapporo in September
Is September a good time to visit Sapporo?
Yes, September is a good time (7.4/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
What to do in Sapporo in September?
With 72°F max and 10.2h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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