Climate of Hokkaidō, Japan
Area-weighted average across Hokkaidō. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hokkaidō, a subdivision of Japan, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -7.9°C / 17.8°F in January to 19.1°C / 66.4°F in August, with rainfall from 57 mm / 2.2 in to 153 mm / 6 in depending on the season (1163 mm / 45.8 in total across the year). See the 2 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -7.9°C17.8°F | 75 mm3″ | Snowy |
| February | -7.6°C18.3°F | 57 mm2.2″ | Snowy |
| March | -3.3°C26.1°F | 69 mm2.7″ | Snowy |
| April | 3.6°C38.5°F | 74 mm2.9″ | — |
| May | 9°C48.2°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| June | 13.2°C55.8°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| July | 17.5°C63.5°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| August | 19.1°C66.4°F | 144 mm5.7″ | — |
| September | 14.9°C58.8°F | 153 mm6″ | — |
| October | 8.9°C48°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 2°C35.6°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Snowy |
| December | -4.2°C24.4°F | 83 mm3.3″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hokkaidō?
Hokkaidō, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 19.1°C / 66.4°F, and the driest is February at 57 mm / 2.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hokkaidō?
Hokkaidō, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -7.9°C / 17.8°F in January to 19.1°C / 66.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1163 mm / 45.8 in, with the wettest month being September (153 mm / 6 in) and the driest February (57 mm / 2.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hokkaidō?
The hottest month in Hokkaidō is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.1°C / 66.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Hokkaidō?
The coldest month in Hokkaidō is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -7.9°C / 17.8°F.
When does it rain most in Hokkaidō?
The wettest month in Hokkaidō is September, averaging about 153 mm / 6 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 57 mm / 2.2 in.