Sapporo→
Station: SapporoSapporo
High
25.4℃
Low
17.9℃
- Precip.
- 90.7mm
- Sunshine
- 168h
- Sunset
- 19:13
Beer gardens open in Odori Park from late July
Hokkaido Weather Guide
Hokkaido Weather in July: What to Wear & Expect
July in Hokkaido is a fresh summer — a way to escape Honshu's muggy heat. Sapporo's high is 25.4°C and mornings and evenings are around 18°C, comfortable even without air conditioning. In Furano and Biei, lavender and other flower fields are in full bloom, making this the most popular season of the year.
- Sapporo high
- 25.4℃
- Sapporo low
- 17.9℃
- Sapporo rainfall
- 90.7mm
- Sapporo sunset
- 19:13
Overview
Hokkaido in July: Key Points
- ✓Sapporo's high is 25.4°C, with low humidity and fresh air
- ✓Furano's lavender peaks from mid to late July
- ✓Summer festivals begin in late July, including the Odori Park beer gardens
- ✓Kushiro's highs are around 20°C — you'll need a jacket even in summer
By Area
July Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for July 15.
Otaru→
Station: OtaruOtaru, Shakotan
High
24.2℃
Low
17.1℃
- Precip.
- 93.6mm
- Sunshine
- 163h
- Sunset
- 19:15
Highs around 24°C. Otaru Ushio Festival in late July
Niseko→
Station: KutchanNiseko, Kutchan, Rusutsu
High
24.4℃
Low
16.1℃
- Precip.
- 102.3mm
- Sunshine
- 145h
- Sunset
- 19:15
The best season for outdoor activities like rafting and canoeing
Asahikawa & Biei→
Station: AsahikawaAsahikawa, Biei, Mt. Asahidake, Sounkyo
High
26.2℃
Low
16.4℃
- Precip.
- 129.5mm
- Sunshine
- 160h
- Sunset
- 19:11
Highs around 26°C, warm for Hokkaido. Asahiyama Zoo is on summer hours
Furano→
Station: FuranoFurano, Tomamu
High
26.2℃
Low
16.0℃
- Precip.
- 116mm
- Sunshine
- 172h
- Sunset
- 19:10
Lavender in full bloom. The flower fields are packed with visitors
Hakodate→
Station: HakodateHakodate, Onuma
High
24.1℃
Low
17.3℃
- Precip.
- 123.6mm
- Sunshine
- 134h
- Sunset
- 19:11
Highs around 24°C. Many days with a clear night view
Noboribetsu & Lake Toya→
Station: MuroranNoboribetsu, Lake Toya, Muroran, Shiraoi
High
21.6℃
Low
16.4℃
- Precip.
- 159.2mm
- Sunshine
- 133h
- Sunset
- 19:12
Cool, with highs around 22°C. Fireworks light up Lake Toya at night
Obihiro & Tokachi→
Station: ObihiroObihiro, Tokachigawa Onsen
High
24.3℃
Low
15.1℃
- Precip.
- 107.1mm
- Sunshine
- 122h
- Sunset
- 19:05
Daytime highs around 24°C. Tokachi's fields are a sea of green
Kushiro & Akan→
Station: KushiroKushiro, Kushiro Wetland, Lake Akan
High
19.6℃
Low
13.6℃
- Precip.
- 120.3mm
- Sunshine
- 119h
- Sunset
- 19:00
Often foggy, with highs around 20°C. Popular for escaping the summer heat
Abashiri & Shiretoko→
Station: AbashiriAbashiri, Shiretoko, Utoro
High
21.4℃
Low
14.6℃
- Precip.
- 85.8mm
- Sunshine
- 168h
- Sunset
- 19:04
Summer sightseeing season in Shiretoko. See wildlife on a cruise
Wakkanai & Rishiri→
Station: WakkanaiWakkanai, Rishiri Island, Rebun Island
High
20.1℃
Low
14.9℃
- Precip.
- 100.9mm
- Sunshine
- 143h
- Sunset
- 19:20
Highs around 20°C. Flowers on Rishiri Island and Rebun Island are at their best
What to Wear
What to Wear in Hokkaido in July
Tops
Short-sleeved T-shirts or shirts
Light layer
A thin long-sleeved top for mornings, evenings and air-conditioned rooms
Outerwear
A windbreaker if heading to eastern Hokkaido, the mountains or on a cruise
Bottoms
Long pants or comfortable trousers
Shoes
Comfortable sneakers
Accessories
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and insect repellent
Good to Know
Good to Know
Some hotels don't have air conditioning
Because Hokkaido summers are cool, some hotels and ryokan (Japanese inns) have no air conditioning. Days over 30°C have become more common in recent years, so check when booking if you don't handle heat well.
Lavender season is crowded
This is the busiest time of year in Furano and Biei. Visit popular flower fields early in the morning, and book accommodation early.
Eastern Hokkaido stays cool in summer
Kushiro is often foggy, with highs around 20°C. Bring a jacket even in summer for Shiretoko cruises or the mountains.
Bring insect repellent
There are lots of bugs around flower fields, lakes and forests. Insect repellent spray makes things more comfortable.
Events
July Events & Highlights
Furano Lavender
FuranoUsually best from mid to late JulyWhole hillsides turn purple — Hokkaido's signature summer view. Farm Tomita is one of the most famous spots.
Biei's Hillside Flower Fields
BieiFrom JulyHills planted with stripes of colorful flowers stretch into the distance. Shikisai-no-Oka is a popular spot.
Huge beer gardens line Odori Park — a great way to enjoy summer evenings.
Read the guide：Sapporo Summer Festival →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
Otaru's summer festival, with a dance parade and fireworks.
Read the guide：Otaru Ushio Festival →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
- PRKlookOtaru, Hokkaido "otomenokimono" Kimono Rental ExperienceRent a kimono at a shop in Ironai, Otaru, and stroll around the canalView on Klook
- PRKlookOtaru Tenguyama Ropeway Round-Trip TicketRide up to the summit of Mt. Tengu, whose night view is counted among the three best in HokkaidoView on Klook
Fireworks are launched from a boat moving across the lake. You can watch them every night from the hot spring town.
Read the guide：Lake Toyako Long Run Fireworks Display →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
Recommended Tours & Activities in JulyPR
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Sapporo in July?＋
On average, the high is 25.4°C and the low is 17.9°C. Humidity is lower than on Honshu, so it feels fresh.
Q. When is the best time to see lavender in Furano in July?＋
Usually mid to late July. Timing shifts with the weather, so check the farms' bloom updates before you go.
Q. Are short sleeves OK in Hokkaido in July?＋
Short sleeves are fine during the day, but mornings, evenings and the eastern coast are cool, so bring a long-sleeved layer.
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Hokkaido TripPR
Other Months
Hokkaido Weather in Other Months
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.