What to wear in Hokkaido in August
In August, the average high in Sapporo is 26.4℃ and the average low is 19.1℃, 5.0℃ lower than the average high in Hong Kong. What to wear: Short-sleeved top, shorts, cap, sandals.
What to wear in Sapporo in August
- Short-sleeved top
- Shorts
- Cap
- Sandals
Clothing tips for August
The average high in Sapporo is 26.4℃, the hottest time of year. After mid-August some days suddenly feel cool, so bring something light to put on.
In August, the gap between the average high and low in Sapporo is 7.3℃. The average high is 1.0℃ higher than in July.
The illustration shows how the clothes combine. The clothing list is written for Sapporo. Asahikawa is colder than Sapporo in winter, and Kushiro stays cool even in summer, with highs around 20℃. Check the temperatures in the table if you are going elsewhere.
Sapporo in early, mid and late August
The normal high falls by 1.2℃ from early to late August. Adjust what you pack to when in the month you go.
| Period | High | Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early (1st–10th) | 27.1℃ | 19.8℃ | 36 mm |
| Mid (11th–20th) | 26.4℃ | 19.3℃ | 45 mm |
| Late (21st–end) | 25.9℃ | 18.3℃ | 46 mm |
Weather in four Hokkaido cities in August
| City | High | Low | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity | Days of 25℃+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sapporo | 26.4℃ | 19.1℃ | 127 mm | 168 hours | 75% | about 20 days |
| Hakodate | 25.9℃ | 18.9℃ | 156 mm | 148 hours | 81% | about 19 days |
| Asahikawa | 26.6℃ | 16.9℃ | 153 mm | 155 hours | 79% | about 22 days |
| Kushiro | 21.5℃ | 15.7℃ | 142 mm | 118 hours | 87% | about 4 days |
Days of 25℃+ are days when the high reaches 25℃ or more.
Sapporo compared with your home city in August
Average highs and lows in each city, and how Sapporo’s average high compares.
| Home city | High | Low | Sapporo’s high is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | 31.4℃ | 26.4℃ | 5.0℃ lower |
| Singapore | 31.4℃ | 25.6℃ | 5.0℃ lower |
| Taipei | 34.2℃ | 26.4℃ | 7.8℃ lower |
| Kaohsiung | 32.1℃ | 26.3℃ | 5.7℃ lower |
| Tokyo | 31.3℃ | 23.5℃ | 4.9℃ lower |
| Osaka | 33.7℃ | 25.8℃ | 7.3℃ lower |
Summer in Sapporo (June to August)
- Summer in Sapporo is not as harsh as on Honshu. Days are pleasant, and mornings and evenings are cool. The big gap between day and night is typical of Sapporo’s summer.
- Hokkaido has no rainy season, and June in particular has many dry, fresh days.
- In June, mornings, evenings and windy days can feel chilly, so a light cardigan or jacket helps. From July, full summer clothes are fine, but after mid-August some days suddenly feel cool.
Other months
- JanuaryWinterHigh−0.4℃Low−6.4℃Down jacket or wool coat, Knit sweater, Thermal base layer
- FebruaryWinterHigh0.4℃Low−6.2℃Down jacket or wool coat, Thick knit sweater, Thermal base layer
- MarchSpringHigh4.5℃Low−2.4℃Thermal base layer, Coat, Boots
- AprilSpringHigh11.7℃Low3.4℃Long-sleeved shirt, Light coat
- MaySpringHigh17.9℃Low9.0℃Long-sleeved shirt, Light layer, Sneakers
- JuneSummerHigh21.8℃Low13.4℃Short-sleeved top, Light layer
- JulySummerHigh25.4℃Low17.9℃Short-sleeved shirt, Sandals
- AugustSummerHigh26.4℃Low19.1℃Short-sleeved top, Shorts, Cap
- SeptemberAutumnHigh22.8℃Low14.8℃Long-sleeved shirt, Light layer
- OctoberAutumnHigh16.4℃Low8.0℃Knit sweater, Light coat
- NovemberAutumnHigh8.7℃Low1.6℃Winter coat
- DecemberWinterHigh2.0℃Low−4.0℃Coat, Knit sweater, Thermal base layer
Sources
Hokkaido, Tokyo and Osaka use Japan Meteorological Agency normals (1991–2020). Hong Kong and Singapore are 2004–2025 averages calculated from JMA world climate data. Taipei and Kaohsiung use normals (1991–2020) from Taiwan’s Central Weather Administration. Actual temperatures vary, so check the forecast before you leave. The sources below are mostly in Japanese.
Hokkaido Kurashi no Yomimono