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Sapporo weather in August

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Sapporo August weather at a glance

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In August, Sapporo averages 23.3°C, with typical highs of 27.2°C and lows of 19.8°C. The historical average is 19 wet days and 84% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in August, it is 3.9°C cooler than Seoul, with 3 more wet days.

Sapporo August temperature & humidity

Average23.3°CHigh 27.2° / low 19.8°
Humidity84%
Wet days19 days60% of days
Day–night range7.4°

Sapporo August rain & wet days

Wet days19 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days60%Not a forecast probability

Pack a light rain jacket, waterproof pouch and quick-dry shoes. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Sapporo in August

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 19 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

  • DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 27.2°C
  • Morning & eveningLight layer for air-conditioned rooms · average low 19.8°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglassesRain jacketWater-resistant shoesCompact umbrellaSpare quick-dry top
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Sapporo August sunrise & sunset times

2026 August · Local time (Asia/Tokyo)

Sunrise on the 15th04:40
Sunset on the 15th18:38
Daylight duration13h 58m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-08-0104:2518:5714h 32m
2026-08-1504:4018:3813h 58m
2026-08-3104:5718:1213h 15m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

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Best months to visit Sapporo

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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August weather by year

August 202423.2°19 wet days, 86% humidity
August 202523.3°18 wet days, 81% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

129°22°
230°23°3.8mm
331°23°
428°22°
528°23°9.4mm
628°20°5mm
726°21°16mm
825°20°4.8mm
925°19°
1026°19°3mm
1129°18°4.5mm
1229°20°
1329°19°
1428°20°
1529°19°1.4mm
1633°16°
1726°21°9.1mm
1828°18°
1927°18°22mm
2030°19°1.4mm
2126°18°
2226°17°6.1mm
2329°21°12mm
2428°20°
2527°21°
2628°22°1.9mm
2728°19°9.8mm
2824°18°3.3mm
2923°19°2.4mm
3023°19°1.7mm
3126°16°

Frequently asked questions

What is Sapporo weather like in August?

In August, Sapporo averages 23.3°C, with typical highs of 27.2°C and lows of 19.8°C. The historical average is 19 wet days and 84% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is challenging.

Does it rain a lot in Sapporo in August?

There are about 19 wet days in August. Pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes.

What should I wear in Sapporo in August?

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Rain is frequent at roughly 19 days in the month; pack a rain jacket and water-resistant shoes. High humidity makes quick-dry clothing and a spare top especially useful.

What are the best months to visit Sapporo?

Recent weather data rates September among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Sapporo weather in August in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Sapporo in August?

On 2026-08-15, calculated sunrise is 04:40 and sunset is 18:38 in local time (Asia/Tokyo). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations