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Sapporo weather in February (Hokkaido, Japan)

What should you pack for a trip to Sapporo in February? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In February, Sapporo typically experiences very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. The winter season is characteristic of February. Daytime temperatures generally settle around -0°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about -9°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Sapporo in February usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 25 days with snow.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 102 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Sapporo. June typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sapporo climate page with graphs.

 

Sapporo, monthly averages in February

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -0°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 83%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 25 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 102 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in February

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Sapporo should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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