Sapporo Population (2026)
Population of Sapporo with area, density and how it compares to nearby places.
Population of Sapporo
Sapporo ranks #3 by population among 4 comparable places in this atlas.
Quick facts about Sapporo
Summary
Sapporo is a city in Japan. Sapporo is known for Snow festival and powder skiing. It has a population of about 2 million.
Right now it is 76°F (24°C) in Sapporo with clear sky. It feels like 80°F. Today runs from 68°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.8/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Sapporo is May, June, July and August. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 82°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 13°F.
In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 90°F is 7.9°F above the 82°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 8 AM to 11 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Sapporo today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Coordinates: 43°3′43.6″N 141°21′15.8″E (43.0621, 141.3544)
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sapporo?
Sapporo is a city in Japan. Its coordinates are 43.0621, 141.3544. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Sapporo right now?
It is currently 76°F (24°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 70% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo?
May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Sapporo, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Sapporo in?
Sapporo observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 6:21 AM.
How many people live in Sapporo?
Sapporo has a population of approximately 2 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
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| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 6:21 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
