If you plan to visit Sapporo in October, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +61°F during the day and approximately 2 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 103 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+79°F
Max.
103 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Sapporo has OK weather in October.
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Average temperature in Sapporo in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Sapporo for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +75°F during the day to a minimum of +34°F during the night, the temperature in October averages around +63°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 30% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +75°F to +63°F.
Is Sapporo warm or cold in October?
Sapporo is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +57°F to +45°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Sapporo:
Climate in Sapporo in October
Sapporo weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+72°F
+61°F
+46°F
Min. temperature
+37°F
+25°F
+10°F
Max. temperature
+90°F
+79°F
+70°F
Rainfall
151 mm
103 mm
77 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Humidity
76%
72%
71%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
1
2
1
Cloudy days
10
10
9
Rainy days
19
19
12
Snowy days
0
0
8
October weather is still as ok as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +61°F.As October arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 151 mm to 103 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in October, from 1 to 2.
November brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Sapporo in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Sapporo is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Sapporo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 55% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 130 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how October is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Sapporo wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 65% chance of precipitation and 194 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 8 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last October in Sapporo?
This is the weather in Sapporo in October 2024:
1 October
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+76°F
2 October
🌧️
+67°F
3 October
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+68°F
4 October
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+70°F
5 October
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+60°F
6 October
🌧️
+64°F
7 October
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+62°F
8 October
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+63°F
9 October
☁️
+65°F
10 October
☁️
+65°F
11 October
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+62°F
12 October
☀️
+68°F
13 October
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+71°F
14 October
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+71°F
15 October
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+70°F
16 October
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+62°F
17 October
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+55°F
18 October
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+65°F
19 October
🌧️
+65°F
20 October
🌧️
+50°F
21 October
🌧️
+54°F
22 October
🌧️
+54°F
23 October
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+60°F
24 October
☁️
+62°F
25 October
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+66°F
26 October
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+65°F
27 October
☁️
+62°F
28 October
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+59°F
29 October
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+59°F
30 October
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+59°F
31 October
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+62°F
In October 2024 Sapporo had 4 sunny days, 19 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Sapporo climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Sapporo in October has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+52°F) and the highest in 2023 (+58°F). The driest year was 1984 with only 543 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1981 with 1357 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Sapporo in October:
Is October a good time to visit Sapporo?
It’s always a good time to visit Sapporo, but the weather is changeable in October, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Sapporo in October?
October has mild temperatures in Sapporo. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Is Sapporo rainy in October?
Sapporo is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Sapporo in October?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Sapporo in October, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Sapporo, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
