Sapporo Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Sapporo, Japan in December

🌡️ Avg high
-1°C
🌙 Avg low
-9°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~53 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#12 of 12

December in Sapporo at a glance

December in Sapporo is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -1°C and nights near -9°C. It is usually the coldest month of the year in Sapporo.

Expect some rain: around 53 mm falls in Sapporo during December on average.

What to pack for Sapporo in December

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Is December a good time to visit Sapporo?

🧳 December is cold in Sapporo. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days.

If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Sapporo are usually June, July, August and September.

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FAQ

How hot is Sapporo in December?

In December, Sapporo averages a daytime high of about -1°C and a night-time low of around -9°C, based on recent historical data. That makes it the coldest month of the year there.

Does it rain in Sapporo in December?

Expect some rain: around 53 mm falls in Sapporo during December on average.

Is December a good time to visit Sapporo?

December is cold in Sapporo. City sightseeing works fine if you dress for it, but pack properly and expect short days. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Sapporo are usually June, July, August and September.