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1. Five-star tour guide Lin Biao Biao, humorous, witty, and attentive. He contacted us the day before via WhatsApp or LINE. 2. These attractions are difficult to reach without a car, so they are well worth it. Especially considering the heavy snowfall today, whether you have driving experience in blizzards is a risk factor! 3. I don't really like snowmobiles. Firstly, they're expensive, 15,000 yen per person, and the guide recommended a solo experience. But I felt the snowmobile I rode today was quite old? The handlebars were very difficult to control. I consider myself a pretty good snowmobile rider in Taiwan, but this one sometimes didn't go left or right as I expected. Plus, with valleys beside it, losing control could really lead to an accident. I suggest being mentally prepared and prioritizing safety, especially when going downhill, where the pressure to keep up with the car in front makes it feel more dangerous than exciting. 4. Lake Toya seems more beautiful from a distance; it's very cold up close. The green yogurt was delicious, and the guide also recommended buying the red-packaged horse oil. 5. The farm stop was short and boring. The ice cream at the stop wasn't the rich, creamy kind. 6. I didn't really like the bear ranch. I don't like seeing animals kept in captivity. Be careful when feeding the bears biscuits; some weaker cubs might not get any and are too afraid to approach. Some of the mid-generation bears were repeatedly circling in the stands; I wonder if they were anxious. There's a cafeteria next door called something like "Volcano." Find a seat first, then order from the machine. The curry rice and eel rice are okay. The ramen seems to be famous. I suggest eating at the cafeteria first (35 minutes), then going to the bear ranch (less than 15 minutes). There are also clean toilets for urination and defecation. 7. We went to Noboribetsu Jigokudani (Hell Valley) during a blizzard; the ground was covered in slippery black ice. 8. In the end, the itinerary wasn't delayed, and we even got back to Sapporo Station a little earlier. Conclusion: The itinerary was quite tight. We had to get to the meeting point around 7 AM and traveled until 5:30 PM. The tour bus space was more cramped than I expected. I initially felt carsick, had a headache, and felt nauseous on the mountain roads. If possible, sitting in the front section will allow you to interact with the tour guide on the bus, greatly enhancing the entire trip. The tour guide is fluent in English, Chinese, and Japanese! Remember to bring an umbrella, windproof gloves, and a waterproof jacket.
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Hokkaido Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Hokkaido year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average -1.2–12.2°C, with fluctuating temperatures. Snow is possible in March, temperatures rise in April, and it is warmer in May. Common activities: Snow viewing (March), cherry blossom viewing (late April and early May), outdoor walks. Suggested clothing: Warm coat, sweater, long pants; light jacket and long-sleeved shirts in May.
Summer (June–August): Average 16.8–22.1°C, with comfortable temperatures but more rainfall, especially in August. Common activities: Hiking, camping, beach activities. Suggested clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 9.6–16.9°C, with gradually decreasing temperatures. Autumn leaves turn red, creating beautiful scenery. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, hot spring bathing, harvesting crops. Suggested clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing, warm clothing (November).
Winter (December–February): Average -8.4–-1.2°C, cold and dry with heavy snowfall. Common activities: Skiing, snow viewing, ice activities. Suggested clothing: Heavy winter coat, hat, scarf, gloves, snow boots.
Hokkaido climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 7.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1426 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Hokkaido monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
-8.4°C
58.4
February
-7.1°C
48.7
March
-1.2°C
65.6
April
7°C
70.7
May
12.2°C
88.9
June
16.8°C
175.4
July
21.4°C
144.5
August
22.1°C
250.6
September
16.9°C
179.5
October
9.6°C
144.3
November
3.1°C
117.6
December
-5.7°C
82.3
Hokkaido weather for the next seven days
4/2
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
8°C/0.4°C
4/3
Friday
Sunny
9.2°C/0.2°C
4/4
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
13.9°C/0.9°C
4/5
Sunday
Moderate rain
13.3°C/3.8°C
4/6
Monday
Partly Cloudy
11.8°C/1.4°C
4/7
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
7.8°C/3.3°C
4/8
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
7°C/1.4°C
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