Temperatures in October
It's cool to moderate in October in Sapporo with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 13°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Sapporo in October. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of October
The month of October starts in Sapporo with mild temperatures, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights close to 11°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-October
By mid-October, the average daytime temperature drops to around 16°C, with nights close to 9°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of October
By the end of October, the average daytime temperature in Sapporo will be around 15°C, with nights close to 7°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Discover cheap trips to Sapporo 
Precipitation in October
In October, there is an average of 230 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,4 cm falls as snow in October. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The average precipitation chance is 38% per day this month. The weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in October for Sapporo. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Sapporo in October |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 17°C | |
| Low Temp |
10°C | 13°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
230 mm | 115 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 14 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,4 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
September
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is October a good time to visit Sapporo?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then October isn’t the best time to be in Sapporo. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
The typhoon season in Sapporo runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Sapporo in October
With 30°C, Sapporo hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in October 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2016. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 1°C to a high of 19°C.
Check out the climate of Sapporo for all months and discover the best travel time
Curious about the climate in other parts of Japan? Check out the weather and climate in places like Tokyo, Kyōto, Osaka, or have a look at other destinations in Japan.
Plan your next holiday
Don’t miss the best holiday deals for Sapporo and see what our partners have for you.
Daily Temperature in October in Sapporo
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in October in Sapporo, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in October in Sapporo
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in October for Sapporo, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for October, you can expect around 12 days of rain in Sapporo.
Daily Snowfall in October in Sapporo
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in October in Sapporo, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in October.
Daily UV Index in October in Sapporo
This chart shows the average daily UV index in October in Sapporo, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in October in Sapporo Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in October in Sapporo, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in October in Sapporo Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in October in Sapporo, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in October in Sapporo per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in October in Sapporo, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in October for Sapporo
Click on a specific day in October for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Sapporo. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in October in Sapporo
Have you been to Sapporo in October?
Share your weather experience in October in Sapporo.
Average Weather in Sapporo by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Sapporo. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
