What is the weather like in Sapporo in May?

Expect temperatures between 7°C and 16°C with 29% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Sapporo in May?

Sapporo in May scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Recommended for planning your trip.

Who should visit Sapporo in May?

May in Sapporo is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Sapporo Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

16°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

7°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

25days

29% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Sapporo

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Currency

JPY

¥ Japanese yen

Language

Japanese

Driving

Left side

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Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.336

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

54/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Feb

Low

Apr

Monthly Traffic Distribution

231

Jan

244

Feb

236

Mar

166

Apr

167

May

217

Jun

236

Jul

237

Aug

213

Sep

205

Oct

217

Nov

215

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Tokyo (HND)

Tokyo Narita (NRT)

Sendai (SDJ)

Tokoname Chubu Centrair (NGO)

Seoul Incheon (ICN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Japan. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Japan.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Japan.If rabies exposures occur while in Japan, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Sapporo?

👍Recommended for planning your trip(65/100)

Short Answer

Perfect travel weather awaits in Sapporo during May - 16°C highs, 77% humidity, and 29% rain probability make this an optimal time for outdoor activities.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

11 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Plenty of sunshine

9.4h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

68% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
77% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Sapporo in May averages 16°C with 29% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Sapporo in May

What are the temperatures in Sapporo in May?

Daytime highs average 16°C, nights drop to 7°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Sapporo in May?

Expect around 25 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Sapporo in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Sapporo?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Sapporo Weather in May

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