August is said to be the best season for sightseeing in Hokkaido. However, recently, due to global warming, the typhoon attacking Japan is increasing, and the damage of typhoons has become noticeable even in Hokkaido, which was said to have no influence of typhoons until now. Although Hokkaido is basically comfortable in August, please be aware of the latest weather forecast. On this page, I will explain the Hokkaido weather in August. In order to make it easy to imagine the weather in August, I will include photos taken in August below. Please refer when you plan your itinerary.
Below are articles about the monthly weather in Hokkaido. Click on an article if you want to know more.
| January | February | March |
| April | May | June |
| July | August | September |
| October | November | December |
Below are articles on the weather in Tokyo and Osaka in August.
Table of Contents
- Q & A about Hokkaido in August
- Weather in Hokkaido in August (overview)
- Hokkaido weather in early August
- Hokkaido weather in the middle of August
- Hokkaido weather in late August
- Reference: Current weather and temperature in Hokkaido, forecast for the next 7 days
- Weather in tourist destinations around Japan
Q & A about Hokkaido in August
Does snow fall in August in Hokkaido?
There is no snow in Hokkaido in August.
Are flowers blooming in Hokkaido in August?
In Hokkaido, various flowers bloom in the flower fields and they become very colorful. Lavender blooms until the beginning of August.
How cold is Hokkaido in August?
Even in Hokkaido, it is hot in the daytime in August. But the morning and evening are relatively cool.
What kind of clothes should we wear in August in Hokkaido?
If you are traveling to Hokkaido in August, please prepare summer clothes. As it is cool in the morning and evening, you should bring a jacket, cardigan, etc. For summer clothes in Japan, please refer to the following article.
When is the best time to visit Hokkaido?
If you want to enjoy the winter snow scene, January and February are the best seasons. If you want to see beautiful flower fields, July and August are the best.
Weather in Hokkaido in August (overview)
Temperature change in Hokkaido (Sapporo) in August
Graph: Temperature change in Hokkaido (Sapporo) in August
※ Based on the data released by the Japan Meteorological Agency. Both high and low temperature data are averages over the past 30 years (1981-2010)
>> Click here for a [quick reference] converted from Celsius to Fahrenheit.
As you can see from the above graph, Hokkaido is hot in August. However, the temperature will gradually decline after the middle of August.
Overview
View of the Former Hokkaido Government Office in August, Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock
August 3, 2017: Colorful views of the rolling hills of Shikisai-no-Oka ,Biei, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock
Beginners can also enjoy horseback riding at the horse riding facility “WILDMUSTANG’S” in Jozankei, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Even in August, Hokkaido does not exceed 35 degrees like Tokyo or Kyoto. The highest temperature in the daytime stays in the first half of 30 degrees and the air is relatively dry, so it is comfortable. If you are in the shade, you are rather cool.
Hokkaido is cold in the morning and the night throughout the year, but in August it is rare that the temperature falls below 10 degrees even in the morning and evening.
Beautiful flowers are blooming in sightseeing spots. You can enjoy activities such as horse riding and canoeing in a very comfortable environment.
August is one of the best seasons for traveling to Hokkaido. Every year, many tourists come to Hokkaido from home and abroad.
However, recently, the impact of the typhoon is getting bigger even in Hokkaido.
When typhoons usually come to Hokkaido, forces are weakened and often change to temperate low pressure. However, recently typhoons are coming to Hokkaido without any decline. Or it may cause heavy rain. For this reason, stopping the plane and railway occasionally happens.
Perhaps I may be over-emphasizing about typhoon damage. If you actually go to Hokkaido in August, you may have a nice weather and keep on a pleasant journey. However, I will dare to emphasize. When you leave for Japan, please check the weather forecast. While you are staying in Hokkaido, please try to get the latest weather forecast.
The following is weather data of August of Hokkaido released by Japan Meteorological Agency. Please refer to this and prepare for your trip. I wish you a pleasant trip!
Hokkaido weather in early August
Map of Hokkaido
Weather data in Hokkaido (early August)
| Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Sapporo | 26.3℃ (18.8℃) | 25.4mm (–) |
| Otaru | 26.0℃ (19.0℃) | 37.2mm (–) |
| Asahikawa | 27.3℃ (17.7℃) | 44.3mm (–) |
| Biei | 26.8℃ (15.9℃) | 44.2mm (–) |
| Furano | 27.6℃ (17.2℃) | 50.3mm (–) |
| Wakkanai | 22.3℃ (17.3℃) | 35.2mm (–) |
| Abashiri | 24.0℃ (16.8℃) | 30.3mm (–) |
| Utoro | 24.0℃ (15.6℃) | 39.3mm (–) |
| Nemuro | 21.2℃ (14.3℃) | 26.6mm (–) |
| Kushiro | 21.3℃ (15.5℃) | 31.4mm (–) |
| Obihiro | 26.3℃ (16.9℃) | 38.3mm (–) |
| Hakodate | 26.1℃ (19.3℃) | 46.2mm (–) |
※ All figures are the average for 30 years of 1981-2010 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Hokkaido at this time seen in photos
August10, 2017: The natural hotspring-fed warm waters of Kamuiwakka Falls draw visitors to walk through its waters, Shiretoko, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock
Weather and sunrise / sunset time
In Hokkaido, late July to early August is the hottest time of the year. The morning and evening low temperatures are often more than 10 degrees Celsius. You will not feel very cold unless you go to mountainous areas.
However, Hokkaido is cooler than Tokyo or Osaka. It is recommended that you bring a long sleeve cardigan and so on.
The sunrise time in Sapporo in early August is about 4:29, and the sunset time is about 18:52.
The sunrise time at Nemuro located on the east side of Hokkaido is about 4:11 and the sunset time is about 18:36.
Hokkaido weather in the middle of August
Weather data in Hokkaido (middle of August)
| Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Sapporo | 26.5℃ (19.2℃) | 30.8mm (–) |
| Otaru | 25.9℃ (18.6℃) | 30.2mm (–) |
| Asahikawa | 26.5℃ (17.0℃) | 34.8mm (–) |
| Biei | 26.2℃ (15.2℃) | 39.4mm (–) |
| Furano | 26.8℃ (16.5℃) | 38.8mm (–) |
| Wakkanai | 22.6℃ (17.5℃) | 31.3mm (–) |
| Abashiri | 23.4℃ (16.7℃) | 31.3mm (–) |
| Utoro | 23.3℃ (15.2℃) | 32.5mm (–) |
| Nemuro | 20.7℃ (14.9℃) | 40.5mm (–) |
| Kushiro | 21.3℃ (15.7℃) | 41.1mm (–) |
| Obihiro | 25.1℃ (16.6℃) | 44.9mm (–) |
| Hakodate | 25.8℃ (18.9℃) | 41.3mm (–) |
※ All figures are the average for 30 years of 1981-2010 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Hokkaido at this time seen in photos
Every year in the middle of August, the Bon festival dance is held at the Odori Park in Sapporo, Hokkaido
Weather and sunrise / sunset time
In mid-August, the people of Hokkaido gather with their families to visit their ancestors’ graves, just like other Japanese. And summer festival called Bon festival dance is held in various places. You can, for example, participate in the Bon festival dance at Odori Park, the center of Sapporo.
However, in Hokkaido, you can also feel the signs of autumn at this time. During the day the maximum temperature is slightly lower. Cool days increase especially in mountainous areas.
The sunrise time in Sapporo in the middle of August is about 4:39, and the sunset time is about 18:38.
The sunrise time at Nemuro located on the east side of Hokkaido is about 4:22 and the sunset time is about 18:22.
Hokkaido weather in late August
Weather data in Hokkaido (late August)
| Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Sapporo | 25.7℃ (18.4℃) | 54.5mm (–) |
| Otaru | 25.1℃ (17.8℃) | 50.3mm (–) |
| Asahikawa | 25.3℃ (15.8℃) | 54.4mm (–) |
| Biei | 24.7℃ (14.0℃) | 59.3mm (–) |
| Furano | 25.4℃ (15.3℃) | 59.7mm (–) |
| Wakkanai | 22.0℃ (17.0℃) | 49.5mm (–) |
| Abashiri | 23.0℃ (16.3℃) | 39.4mm (–) |
| Utoro | 22.6℃ (14.7℃) | 47.5mm (–) |
| Nemuro | 20.4℃ (14.8℃) | 53.8mm (–) |
| Kushiro | 21.0℃ (15.4℃) | 58.4mm (–) |
| Obihiro | 24.4℃ (15.8℃) | 56.0mm (–) |
| Hakodate | 25.4℃ (18.1℃) | 66.2mm (–) |
※ All figures are the average for 30 years of 1981-2010 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Hokkaido at this time seen in photos
August 28,2018. Kanemori Red Brick Warehouse and Hakodate Factory, Hakodate, Hokkaido, Japan = Shutterstock
Weather and sunrise / sunset time
Even in late August, there are days when the daytime maximum temperature reaches around 30 degrees Celsius. In the flower fields in the tourist areas, beautiful summer flowers will continue to welcome you.
However, in mountain areas such as Daisetsuzan, cool days increase. If you are going to the mountainous area, be sure to bring a cardigan or other jacket as well as a short sleeved shirt.
The sunrise time in Sapporo in late August is about 4:50, and the sunset time is about 18:23.
Sunrise time at Nemuro located on the east side of Hokkaido is about 4:33 and sunset time is about 18:06.
Reference: Current weather and temperature in Hokkaido, forecast for the next 7 days
Weather in tourist destinations around Japan
Below are pages showing the climates of various regions in Japan at the same time of the year.
| Tokyo | Osaka | Kyoto |
| Hokkaido | Sendai | Nagano |
| Nagoya | Hiroshima | Fukuoka |
| Okinawa |
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