Late autumn · Weather & things to do
Sapporo in November
Sapporo cools off: highs slip to 44°F (7°C), from 59°F in October, with lows of 33°F (1°C) and about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 38/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 44°F (7°C)
- Avg low
- 33°F (1°C)
- Rain
- 5.1 in (129 mm)
- Humidity
- 88%
- Cloud cover
- 85%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 29 min
- Comfort score
- 38/100 · Tough
What November feels like
Cool days top out near 44°F (7°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 33°F (1°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.1 in (129 mm) across the month.
Expect plenty of overcast days, with cloud cover near 85%.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 29 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around November
November sits mid-table; the best months are May & June and September.
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 8°C (14°F) from October.
- Comfort slips from 66/100 in October to 38/100.
- Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so November falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for November
- Insulated jackethighs only 44°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Sapporo in November
A mixed month: these picks balance outdoor stops with indoor fallbacks.
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 when highs sit around 44°F.
Sapporo Clock Tower
1878 wooden building from the city's founding era, with a small museum.
Why now A way to spend part of a cold day out of the wind.
Jozankei Onsen
Hot spring town in a forested river gorge an hour from downtown.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best autumn.
Sapporo Beer Garden
Brick beer halls next to the museum serving Genghis Khan grilled lamb and fresh beer.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 44°F.
Nijo Market
Downtown seafood market selling crab, sea urchin and kaisendon rice bowls.
Why now Somewhere to warm up between colder walks.
Nearby in November
- Otaru in November~20 mi · highs 44°F, 5.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Furano and Biei in November~63 mi · highs 41°F, 4.1 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, drier
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 November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Sapporo?
It's middling, scoring 38/100. The best months are May & June and September, at up to 81. Expect highs of 44°F (7°C) and 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain. Our Hokkaido: Sapporo, Otaru & Furano route recommends Jul – Aug, Jan – Feb, so November is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Sapporo in November?
Average highs are 44°F (7°C) and average lows 33°F (1°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Sapporo in November?
Yes: about 5.1 in (129 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 50.1 in (1272 mm).
What should I pack for Sapporo in November?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 44°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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Planning Sapporo in November?
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