Hokkaido

Hokkaido Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hokkaido, Japan in November.

Thinking about venturing to Hokkaido, Japan this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Hokkaido in November

Hokkaido, Japan is a region in Japan. November in Hokkaido generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C (37°F) in Kamikawa to 11°C (52°F) in Erimo. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Erimo and -5°C (23°F) in Kamikawa.

For a closer look at conditions across Hokkaido, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Kitami with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Rishirifuji with 149 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Sapporo gets around 101 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Hokkaido by month

Best Places to Visit in Hokkaido in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hokkaido.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Hokkaido

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Hokkaido, Japan?

Temperature range in Hokkaido (November)

Precipitation variation in Hokkaido (November)

Sapporo

In November Sapporo generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
-5°C (23°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
101 hours
87 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
24 days
27 days
Weather conditions

Niseko

In November Niseko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
7°C (45°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
101 hours
87 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
25 days
29 days
Weather conditions

Hakodate

In November Hakodate generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
4°C (39°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
110 hours
95 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
23 days
28 days
Weather conditions

Furano

In November Furano generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C (27°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
6°C (43°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
-3°C (27°F)
-10°C (14°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
127 mm (5 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
23 days
26 days
Weather conditions

Obihiro

In November Obihiro generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

October
November
December
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
9°C (48°F)
1°C (34°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-9°C (16°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hokkaido in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Sapporo 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Niseko 7°C (45°F) -1°C (30°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Hakodate 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Furano 6°C (43°F) -3°C (27°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Obihiro 9°C (48°F) -2°C (28°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Teshikaga 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

Hokkaido weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hokkaido, Japan in November?

In November, Hokkaido, Japan generally has poor weather conditions. Sapporo sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 1°C (34°F).

What is the average temperature in Hokkaido, Japan in November?

Sapporo averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in November, with overnight lows close to 1°C (34°F).

Does Hokkaido, Japan get a lot of rain in November?

November is on the drier side in Hokkaido, Japan. Sapporo averages only about 96 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Hokkaido, Japan?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sapporo, November may not be the ideal time to visit Hokkaido, Japan.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June offering mostly perfect weather in Sapporo. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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