Sapporo weather in April
In April, Sapporo has an average high of 11.7°C (53°F) and an average low of 3.4°C (38°F). Expect about 10 days with rain or snow (55 mm, 2.1 in of precipitation for the month) and snowfall on about 10 days. Daytime highs are 7.2°C warmer than in March.
| Average high | 11.7°C / 53°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 3.4°C / 38°F |
| Daily average | 7.3°C / 45°F |
| Precipitation (rain and snow) | 55 mm / 2.1 in |
| Days with rain or snow (1 mm or more) | 10 days |
| Sunshine | 176 hours in the month |
| Days with snowfall | 10 days (6 cm in total) |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the Japan Meteorological Agency's Sapporo weather station. Individual years vary.
What's in bloom in April
- Plum blossoms: typically open around April 29.
- Cherry blossoms: out in 57% of the last 30 years in the week of Apr 30 – May 6.
What to wear
A warm jacket or light down coat, plus layers. Mornings and evenings are chilly.
Sapporo month by month
Other cities in April
| City | High / low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 19° / 10°C | 10 |
| Kyoto | 20° / 9°C | 9 |
| Osaka | 20° / 11°C | 9 |
| Nara | 20° / 9°C | 10 |
| Hiroshima | 20° / 10°C | 9 |
| Fukuoka | 20° / 12°C | 10 |
| Nagoya | 20° / 10°C | 9 |
| Sendai | 16° / 6°C | 8 |
| Naha | 24° / 19°C | 10 |
See Japan weather in April for all regions.
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals 1991–2020 and phenological observations (processed by Japan Bloom Calendar). Not a forecast.