Sapporo weather in March
In March, Sapporo has an average high of 4.5°C (40°F) and an average low of -2.4°C (28°F). Expect about 14 days with rain or snow (78 mm, 3.1 in of precipitation for the month) and snowfall on about 25 days. Daytime highs are 4.1°C warmer than in February.
| Average high | 4.5°C / 40°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | -2.4°C / 28°F |
| Daily average | 1.1°C / 34°F |
| Precipitation (rain and snow) | 78 mm / 3.1 in |
| Days with rain or snow (1 mm or more) | 14 days |
| Sunshine | 145 hours in the month |
| Days with snowfall | 25 days (74 cm in total) |
Averages for 1991–2020 at the Japan Meteorological Agency's Sapporo weather station. Individual years vary.
What's in bloom in March
No cherry blossoms, plum blossoms or autumn colors are usually out in Sapporo in March. Coming up in April: plum blossoms, cherry blossoms.
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 March
| City | High / low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | 14° / 5°C | 9 |
| Kyoto | 14° / 4°C | 10 |
| Osaka | 14° / 6°C | 9 |
| Nara | 14° / 4°C | 10 |
| Hiroshima | 15° / 5°C | 9 |
| Fukuoka | 15° / 7°C | 10 |
| Nagoya | 15° / 5°C | 9 |
| Sendai | 10° / 1°C | 7 |
| Naha | 22° / 17°C | 11 |
See Japan weather in March for all regions.
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency climate normals 1991–2020 and phenological observations (processed by Japan Bloom Calendar). Not a forecast.