Sapporo Weather Forecast
Sapporo weather: 38°F, light snow showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Sapporo
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌨️ Light snow showers | 42° / 34° | 100% · 0,1 in | 19 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light showers | 50° / 32° | 98% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 46° | 59% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 39° | 73% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 43° / 34° | 51% | 13 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 42° / 34° | 59% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 2 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 46° / 34° | 47% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 3 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌨️ Light snow showers | 45° / 30° | 39% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 52° / 30° | 25% | 11 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 58° / 38° | 39% | 6 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 40° | 49% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌨️ Light snow showers | 49° / 32° | 39% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 2 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌨️ Light snow showers | 37° / 30° | 37% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌨️ Light snow | 41° / 29° | 33% · 0,0 in | 6 mph | 3 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 49°F against a October normal of 61°F - 44°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,6 in against a typical 1,0 in).
What this means for Sapporo
Today is much colder than average for October. The forecast high of 42°F is 19.1°F below the 61°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 45 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Snow is falling now - expect reduced traction and slower journeys.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 84°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 45 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 38°F (3°C) with light snow showers. Humidity is 56% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo?
May, June, July, August and September 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 6:08 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. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 October 29, 2026 at 6:08 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
