Sapporo in May
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 16°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
16°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
13Rainy days (93 mm)
14:28 hDaylight
04:17Sunrise · 18:45 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 16°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.4 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C | -10°C | 52 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.7 |
| February | -2°C | -9°C | 48 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.9 |
| March | 2°C | -5°C | 63 mm | 12 | – | – | 3.8 |
| April | 9°C | 1°C | 73 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.4 |
| May | 16°C | 7°C | 93 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 19°C | 12°C | 90 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.8 |
| July | 23°C | 17°C | 138 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.9 |
| August | 24°C | 18°C | 191 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.6 |
| September | 21°C | 13°C | 156 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.5 |
| October | 14°C | 6°C | 98 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.9 |
| November | 6°C | 0°C | 87 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.4 |
| December | -1°C | -6°C | 74 mm | 13 | – | – | 3.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sapporo in May?
Daytime highs average 16°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo?
The best months are July, June, August, September.