Sapporo Weather in January

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

🌡️ Avg high
-1°C
🌙 Avg low
-10°C
🌧️ Rainfall
~94 mm
📊 Warmth rank
#10 of 12

January in Sapporo at a glance

January in Sapporo is typically freezing, with average daytime highs around -1°C and nights near -10°C. It is one of the cooler months of Sapporo's year.

January is one of the wetter months in Sapporo, with around 94 mm of rain - plan around showers.

What to pack for Sapporo in January

Sapporo - year at a glance

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Is January a good time to visit Sapporo?

🧳 January 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 January?

In January, Sapporo averages a daytime high of about -1°C and a night-time low of around -10°C, based on recent historical data.

Does it rain in Sapporo in January?

January is one of the wetter months in Sapporo, with around 94 mm of rain - plan around showers.

Is January a good time to visit Sapporo?

January 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.