Sapporo weather in January (Hokkaido, Japan)

How is the weather in Sapporo in January? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Sapporo generally has very low temperatures and moderate snowfall. January falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around -1°C, while nights can cool down to about -9°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Sapporo in January usually receives moderate snowfall, averaging around 69 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 28 days of the month will see snowfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 93 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January 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 January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -1°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 92%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 28 days  
HumidityHumidity 70%  
SunshineSunshine 93 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in January

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

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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 Sapporo in January?

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 in January.

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

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