Hokkaido weather in March
Are you planning a trip to Hokkaido in March and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Hokkaido in March?
Hokkaido is a region in Japan. March in Hokkaido generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Kamikawa at -0°C (32°F) to cold in Makubetsu at 5°C (41°F). At night it cools down to -6°C (20°F) in Makubetsu and -9°C (16°F) in Kamikawa. March is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Chitose with an average of 64mm (2.5 inches) to high snow/rainfall in Kamikawa with 104mm (4.1 inches). Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 151 hours of sunlight anticipated in Sapporo. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
For specific regional insights in Hokkaido for March, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Hokkaido climate page.
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Average weather in Sapporo
In March Sapporo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (24°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Niseko
In March Niseko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (38°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Hakodate
In March Hakodate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (40°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (29°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Furano
In March Furano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C (36°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (19°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Obihiro
In March Obihiro generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (40°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -7°C (20°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is March the best time to visit Hokkaido?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sapporo, March may not be the ideal time to visit Hokkaido.
On average, the best time to visit Hokkaido is in June with generally perfect weather in Sapporo. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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