July · Japan
Best time to visit Hokkaido in July Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hokkaido in July
Average temperature 21°C, 139 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
July score
7.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
July in Hokkaido scores 7.6/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 21°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hokkaido is Japan's wild north-Sapporo snow festivals, lavender fields of Furano, and hot-spring towns after powder days. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
July holds up well in Hokkaido — 3rd best month
Trail conditions at 21°C (70°F) favour early starts and shaded routes in July; midday is for water breaks, not for exposed climbs.
139 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 7.6/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 8.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hokkaido in July?
- In July, Hokkaido averages 21°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.6/10.
- Is July a good time to visit Hokkaido?
- July earns a 7.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hokkaido in July?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in July. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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