Japan Sapporo Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in Sapporo is Excellent
October is Excellent for Sapporo.
**October is foliage peak season** — Daisetsuzan (mid-October), Jozankei Onsen (late October, 1 hour from Sapporo), Lake Toya (late October). Sapporo city colors peak end of October. Hotel prices moderate, weather crisp 16°C/7°C. Best month for Hokkaido nature lovers.
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Sapporo October Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
7°C
Rainy Days
11
110mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
Mild
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
15°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
17 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
Good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
14°C
Nighttime
5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Peak autumn foliage
- Crisp comfortable weather
- Jozankei Onsen with red leaves
- Hot pot (nabe) season begins
Cons
- First flurries possible late month
- Rain still frequent
- Days shortening (sunset 5pm)
October Events & Festivals
- Autumn foliage peaks at Daisetsuzan (early to mid Oct)
- Sapporo Autumn Fest continues into early Oct
- Halloween in Susukino (final week)
Sapporo in October — Full Picture
**October is foliage peak season** — Daisetsuzan (mid-October), Jozankei Onsen (late October, 1 hour from Sapporo), Lake Toya (late October). Sapporo city colors peak end of October. Hotel prices moderate, weather crisp 16°C/7°C. Best month for Hokkaido nature lovers.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mid-autumn — long sleeves, light wool sweater, jacket for evenings. Foliage walking demands waterproof boots — wet leaves are slippery.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
10.7°C
2.3°C
13.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24°C
16.3°C
11.3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current15.3°C
7°C
13.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
0°C
-6.3°C
21.7/mo
Sapporo Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1° | -7° | 23d·113mm | 2.5h | 70% | 1 | Moderate | Peak | |
| 0° | -7° | 20d·94mm | 3.5h | 70% | 2 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 4° | -4° | 17d·78mm | 4.5h | 65% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 11° | 2° | 12d·57mm | 6h | 60% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 17° | 9° | 11d·60mm | 7h | 60% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 21° | 13° | 9d·56mm | 7.5h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 25° | 17° | 13d·91mm | 6h | 70% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 26° | 19° | 12d·124mm | 6h | 73% | 7 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 22° | 14° | 12d·142mm | 5.5h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 7° | 11d·110mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 8° | 0° | 17d·116mm | 2.5h | 70% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 1° | -5° | 22d·96mm | 2h | 73% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Sapporo October Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is October a good time to visit Sapporo?
Sapporo in October is Excellent. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Sapporo in October?
Sapporo October averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C.
Does it rain much in Sapporo in October?
Sapporo October averages 110mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Sapporo in October?
Mid-autumn — long sleeves, light wool sweater, jacket for evenings. Foliage walking demands waterproof boots — wet leaves are slippery.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Sapporo in October?
Sapporo October sunrise is 05:40 and sunset is 16:50, with 11h 10m of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Sapporo in October?
Sapporo October air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 17μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Sapporo in October?
In October, Sapporo is great for Daisetsuzan autumn foliage, Jozankei Onsen + maple leaves, Lake Toya color drive.
Is October peak season in Sapporo?
Sapporo October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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