Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
June in Sapporo brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 12°C (54°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 91 mm (3.6 in), so pack an umbrella.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, June is a good time to visit Sapporo.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Sapporo typically rise from around 20°C (68°F) at the start of June to approximately 23°C (73°F) by the end. Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 15°C (59°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
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.
According to our 50 years of weather records for Sapporo, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in June →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in June mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in June - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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