Sapporo weather in January
In January, Sapporo has an average high of -0.4°C (31°F) and an average low of -6.4°C (20°F). Expect about 18 days with rain or snow (108 mm, 4.3 in of precipitation for the month) and snowfall on about 29 days. Daytime highs are 2.4°C cooler than in December.
| Average high | -0.4°C / 31°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | -6.4°C / 20°F |
| Daily average | -3.2°C / 26°F |
| Precipitation (rain and snow) | 108 mm / 4.3 in |
| Days with rain or snow (1 mm or more) | 18 days |
| Sunshine | 90 hours in the month |
| Days with snowfall | 29 days (137 cm in total) |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the Japan Meteorological Agency's Sapporo weather station. Individual years vary.
What's in bloom in January
No cherry blossoms, plum blossoms or autumn colors are usually out in Sapporo in January. See other months for the flower seasons.
What to wear
Winter clothing: a warm coat, hat and gloves. Days are cold and nights drop near or below freezing.
Sapporo month by month
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Other cities in January
| City | High / low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 10° / 1°C | 5 |
| Kyoto | 9° / 2°C | 6 |
| Osaka | 10° / 3°C | 6 |
| Nara | 9° / 1°C | 6 |
| Hiroshima | 10° / 2°C | 6 |
| Fukuoka | 10° / 4°C | 9 |
| Nagoya | 9° / 1°C | 5 |
| Sendai | 6° / -1°C | 6 |
| Naha | 20° / 15°C | 10 |
See Japan weather in January for all regions.
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals 1991–2020 and phenological observations (processed by Japan Bloom Calendar). Not a forecast.