Sapporo in Autumn — Weather & What to Expect
Autumn in Sapporo (September, October, November) averages daytime highs of 15.9°C and lows of 7.7°C, with around 364.4mm of rain across the season (42 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (September, October, November).
In the northern hemisphere, autumn in Sapporo covers September, October, November.
Autumn in Sapporo month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September | 22.4°C | 14.6°C | 137.4mm | 12 | 9/10 |
| October | 15.9°C | 7.0°C | 103.8mm | 14 | 9/10 |
| November | 9.4°C | 1.5°C | 123.2mm | 16 | 9/10 |
What to pack for Sapporo in autumn
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Compact travel umbrella
- Waterproof jacket
- Quick-dry clothing
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
Frequently Asked Questions
Is autumn a good time to visit Sapporo?
Autumn in Sapporo rates around 9/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 15.9°C with 364.4mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Sapporo in autumn?
Daytime highs average 15.9°C (60.6°F) across September, October, November, with nights around 7.7°C.
What months are autumn in Sapporo?
Sapporo is in the northern hemisphere, so autumn covers September, October, November.
See also: best time to visit Sapporo · Sapporo annual climate · Sapporo in spring · Sapporo in summer · Sapporo in winter
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Autumn in Sapporo — what to pack
Thermal travel layers
Pack proper layers — winters are genuinely cold and evenings drop fast year-round.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.