November · Japan
Best time to visit Sapporo in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Sapporo in November
Average temperature 5°C, 122 mm of rain, about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
1.7/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 122 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 18
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Sapporo scores 1.7/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 122 mm of rain, and roughly 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Sapporo is Hokkaido's grid-planned city, known for miso ramen, the Snow Festival, and ski hills within easy reach.
November in Sapporo — the hardest end of the year
Expect 5°C (40°F) in November. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
122 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 1.7/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.5/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, January is materially better in Sapporo — 7.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Sapporo in November?
- In November, Sapporo averages 5°C, 122 mm of rain, and about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.7/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Sapporo?
- November earns a 1.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Sapporo in November?
- Expect about 122 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 18 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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