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Sapporo Weather in April
In Sapporo, April brings low daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), with nights cooling to 1°C (34°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Sapporo in April
Typically, about 18 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 76 mm (3 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Sapporo in April
Daytime temperatures in Sapporo reach 11°C (52°F) in April, dropping to 1°C (34°F) at night. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Sapporo in April
The city usually sees around 177 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, June typically offers the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Sapporo Temperature in April
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
62%
Sunshine
177 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Sapporo Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sapporo typically rise from around 8°C (46°F) at the start of April to approximately 14°C (57°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 5°C (41°F).
Average temperatures in April
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in April
Historical weather records for Sapporo in April
Browse day-by-day weather records for Sapporo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Sapporo historical weather extremes in April
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Sapporo.
- Sapporo recorded its highest April temperature of 28°C (82°F) on April 21, 1998.
- On April 3, 1979, Sapporo saw its coldest April day with temperatures maxing out at -1°C (30°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was -14°C (7°F) (April 1, 1978).
Best Places in Japan in April
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in April →
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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).
What to Wear in Sapporo in April
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in April, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Sapporo in April
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports6/10
Sapporo 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in April
Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Naha
24°C (75°F) Osaka
20°C (68°F) Kyoto19°C (66°F) Tokyo19°C (66°F) Hakone17°C (63°F) Hakuba11°C (52°F) Sapporo
11°C (52°F) Niseko9°C (48°F) Bucket list
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