March weather forecast
Sapporo, Japan

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Weather in March

Once March arrives in Sapporo, Japan, an observable change in the weather starts. Winter starts fading away, signified by shorter nights and a substantial decrease in snowfall. The weather is notably milder than February, with temperatures rising to around 0.8°C (33.4°F). More daylight is present, as Spring is gaining momentum. The transition from winter to spring is a potent symbol of hope and renewal, captured in the city's various festivities and thriving flora.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in March, the average high-temperature shifts from February's freezing cold -3.3°C (26.1°F) to a cold 0.8°C (33.4°F). In the month of March, the average temperature dips to a freezing cold -6.4°C (20.5°F) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March is 87%.

Rainfall

In March, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout March, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sapporo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167 days and collects up to 843mm (33.19") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sapporo, during March, snow falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 263mm (10.35") of snow. In Sapporo, during the entire year, snow falls for 111.9 days and aggregates up to 1723mm (67.83") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in March in Sapporo is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of March, in Sapporo, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 17:59 JST.

Sunshine

In Sapporo, the average sunshine in March is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sapporo are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in March transforms into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sapporo in March?

The high-temperature in Sapporo, Japan, during March is 0.8°C (33.4°F) and the low-temperature is -6.4°C (20.5°F).

What is the average humidity in March in Sapporo?

The average relative humidity in March in Sapporo, Japan, is 87%.

How much does it rain in Sapporo in March?

In Sapporo, Japan, in March, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sapporo in March?

In Sapporo, during March, snow falls for 19.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 263mm (10.35") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in March in Sapporo?

In Sapporo, the average day length in March is 11h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in March in Sapporo?

On the first day of March in Sapporo, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 17:59 JST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sapporo have in March?

In Sapporo, the average sunshine duration in March is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sapporo?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sapporo, Japan, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in March in Sapporo?

The average daily maximum UV index in March in Sapporo is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average temperature in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average high temperature in March: 0.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in March: -6.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10°C).

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Average pressure in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average pressure in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average pressure in March: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1008.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average wind speed in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average wind speed in March: 12.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and December (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

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Average humidity in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average humidity in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average humidity in March: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

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Average rainfall in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average rainfall in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average rainfall in March: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (112mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (51mm).

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Average rainfall days in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average rainfall days in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average rainfall days in March: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average snowfall in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average snowfall in March: 263mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (430mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average snowfall days in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average snowfall days in March: 19.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (28 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average daylight in March: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average sunshine days in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average sunshine days in March: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (2.7 days).

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Average UV index in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average UV index in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average UV index in March: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average cloud cover in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average cloud cover in March: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in March
Sapporo, Japan

Average visibility in March - Sapporo, Japan
  • Average visibility in March: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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