Late summer · Weather & things to do
Sapporo in August
Sapporo's warmest month brings highs averaging 78°F (26°C), lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 59/100, 6th of 12.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 6.3 in (160 mm)
- Humidity
- 86%
- Cloud cover
- 74%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 59/100 · Fair
What August feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 64°F (18°C).
With 86% average humidity, it feels muggy.
Expect regular rain: about 6.3 in (160 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around August
August sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, July – September.
- Comfort slips from 63/100 in July to 59/100.
- August sits inside the Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb window our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends.
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Quick-dry fabrics86% average humidity
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes6.3 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Sapporo in August
With 6.3 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Sapporo Beer Museum
Red-brick brewery building with exhibits on Japan's oldest beer brand and a tasting bar.
Why now An indoor-leaning stop for a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Sapporo Beer Garden
Brick beer halls next to the museum serving Genghis Khan grilled lamb and fresh beer.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 6.3 in of rain.
Nijo Market
Downtown seafood market selling crab, sea urchin and kaisendon rice bowls.
Why now Easy to slot in when August's rain moves in.
Sapporo Clock Tower
1878 wooden building from the city's founding era, with a small museum.
Why now A good rainy-day backup in August.
Ganso Ramen Yokocho
Narrow alley of small ramen counters in Susukino, home of Sapporo miso ramen.
Nearby in August
- Otaru in August~20 mi · highs 78°F, 6.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Furano and Biei in August~63 mi · highs 77°F, 6.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~279 m to Sapporo's ~36 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Sapporo in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Sapporo?
It's middling, scoring 59/100. The best months are May & June and September, at up to 81. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain. August is inside the Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb window our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends.
How hot is Sapporo in August?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sapporo in August?
Yes: about 6.3 in (160 mm) of rain falls across August on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.1 in (1272 mm).
What should I pack for Sapporo in August?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), quick-dry fabrics (86% average humidity), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (6.3 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Sapporo
Routes in season in August
- Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb
Planning Sapporo in August?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.