Weather in Hokkaido for October 2026
Snowfall in Hokkaido during October is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
According to Hokkaido snow forecast for October 2026, 3 snowy days are expected until the end of the month. The closest date with snow is Wednesday, 28 October.So far, October 2026 in Hokkaido is slightly warmer than the historical average by 2 °C.
The forecast for the next days in Hokkaido predicts temperatures to be around 10 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Hokkaido at the beginning of October is 16.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 11 °C by the end of October.
The climate of Hokkaido in October is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days, and a total of 131.3 mm of precipitation.
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Hokkaido Weather October
What’s the Weather Like in Hokkaido This October?
Temperatures trend during October in Hokkaido
October weather in Hokkaido day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct. | Light rain | 20° /12° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Oct. | Light rain | 17° /12° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Oct. | Overcast | 17° /9° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Oct. | Moderate rain | 17° /10° | 12.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Oct. | Moderate rain | 16° /10° | 10.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Oct. | Light rain | 15° /8° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /6° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 14° /8° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Oct. | Partly cloudy | 15° /6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Oct. | Light rain | 16° /8° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Oct. | Light rain | 15° /7° | 6.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Oct. | Sunny | 15° /7° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Oct. | Sunny | 15° /7° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /6° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /8° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Oct. | Light rain | 14° /6° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Oct. | Light rain | 12° /5° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 12° /4° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Oct. | Heavy rain at times | 13° /5° | 11.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Oct. | Moderate rain | 10° /4° | 13.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Oct. | Moderate rain | 11° /3° | 10.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Oct. | Light rain | 11° /4° | 4.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Oct. | Moderate rain | 11° /4° | 10.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 11° /4° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Oct. | Sunny | 13° /4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 13° /5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Oct. | Light rain | 12° /1° | 6.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Oct. | Light snow | 4° /-2° | 9.8 mm | 4.6 cm | |
| 29 Oct. | Moderate rain | 9° /-3° | 17.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 30 Oct. | Patchy rain possible | 15° /3° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Oct. | Light rain | 12° /3° | 4.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Hokkaido weather in October vs September vs November
| September | October | November | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 21°/12° | 13°/6° | 7°/1° |
| Rainfall | 117 mm | 131 mm | 174 mm |
| Snowfall | 0 cm | 0 cm | 22 cm |
| Wind | 13.7 km/h | 15.5 km/h | 19.1 km/h |
| Humidity | 78% | 76% | 78% |
| Rainy days | 10 days | 15 days | 13 days |
| Snow days | 0 days | 0 days | 8 days |
| Dry days | 20 days | 16 days | 9 days |
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Hokkaido in October - FAQ
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What to pack to Hokkaido in October?
Cold & raw · highs around 13 °C, frequent showers
As you prepare for your trip to Hokkaido in October, 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 October, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.