Weather in Hokkaido for February 2026
Hokkaido is transformed into a snow paradise in February, with more than 20 snowy days on average.
According to Hokkaido snow forecast for February 2026, 10 snowy days are expected at the beginning of February. The first snowfall for February is expected in Sunday, 1 February.The forecast for the first days of February 2026 in Hokkaido predicts temperatures to be around -3 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Hokkaido at the beginning of February is -1.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of -0.9 °C by the end of February.
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Hokkaido Weather February
What’s the Weather Like in Hokkaido This February?
Temperatures trend during February in Hokkaido
February weather in Hokkaido day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Feb. |  Moderate snow | -2° /-9° | 2.1 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 2 Feb. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | -2° /-10° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 3 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-10° | 0.7 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 4 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-10° | 1.7 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 5 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-12° | 3.6 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| 6 Feb. |  Heavy snow | -2° /-11° | 0.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 7 Feb. |  Light freezing rain | 1° /-12° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 8 Feb. |  Blizzard | -4° /-7° | 0.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 9 Feb. |  Blowing snow | -7° /-10° | 1.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 10 Feb. | Blizzard | -5° /-10° | 2 mm | 1 cm | |
| 11 Feb. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-9° | 2.2 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 12 Feb. |  Overcast | 0° /-8° | 3.4 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| 13 Feb. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-6° | 3 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 14 Feb. | Overcast | 0° /-6° | 1.7 mm | 1 cm | |
| 15 Feb. | Moderate snow | -1° /-8° | 6.8 mm | 4 cm | |
| 16 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-9° | 7.5 mm | 4.2 cm | |
| 17 Feb. | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 1.9 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 18 Feb. |  Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-6° | 4.7 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| 19 Feb. | Overcast | 1° /-5° | 5.2 mm | 2.5 cm | |
| 20 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 1° /-6° | 5.6 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 21 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-9° | 3.9 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 22 Feb. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -2° /-9° | 3.4 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 23 Feb. | Patchy moderate snow | -2° /-8° | 4.9 mm | 2.9 cm | |
| 24 Feb. | Light freezing rain | -3° /-10° | 2.6 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 25 Feb. | Light freezing rain | -2° /-8° | 1.9 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 26 Feb. | Light freezing rain | -1° /-7° | 3.5 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 27 Feb. | Light freezing rain | 1° /-7° | 1 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 28 Feb. |  Sunny | 2° /-6° | 0.7 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 1 Mar. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-7° | 1.6 mm | 1.2 cm | |
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Hokkaido weather in February vs January vs March
| January | February | March | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Moderate snow | Moderate snow | Moderate snow |
| Temperatures | -3°/-9° | -2°/-8° | 3°/-3° |
| Rainfall | 141 mm | 103 mm | 107 mm |
| Snowfall | 63 cm | 47 cm | 50 cm |
| Wind | 18.8 km/h | 18.2 km/h | 18.1 km/h |
| Humidity | 86% | 84% | 77% |
| Rainy days | 1 days | 0 days | 3 days |
| Snow days | 30 days | 29 days | 26 days |
| Dry days | 0 days | 0 days | 2 days |
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Hokkaido in February - FAQ
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What to pack to Hokkaido in February?
As you prepare for your trip to Hokkaido in February, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Hokkaido, during February, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
- All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
Hokkaido snow forecast February 2026
February rainfall patterns in Hokkaido
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