Cherry blossom viewing in Hokkaido (March ~ May Weather Information)

Hokkaido Cherry Blossom Viewing Information

Japan's Honshu (the main island with Tokyo and Osaka) has seen a full spring season in March.
In Hokkaido, you can still feel the afterglow of winter even in March.
In the case of Sapporo, the snow that has been accumulating since March has gradually begun to melt.
If you want to see the snow, March is not the right time for you, and we recommend visiting in January-February.
In April, most of the snow melts,
Hokkaido prepares to welcome spring.
Most plants are still in the budding stage,
They begin to bloom one after another from May.

Cherry Blossoms – Late April ~ Mid-May

Hokkaido's cherry blossoms are about a month later than Honshu (main island).
Flowering time varies depending on the region.
For example, Hakodate and Matsumae are in late April ~ early May,
Sapporo is early ~ mid-May,
In the Todong (eastern Hokkaido) area, the flowering period begins in mid-May.

Tulips – May

Kamiyubetsu Tulip Park is the largest in Hokkaido.
About 200 species of 1,200,000 tulips bloom every year,
You'll feel like you're in the Netherlands.
Nakajima Park, Maruyama Park in Sapporo City,
It can also be seen from the government-run Takinosuzuran Hill Park.
Lots of pretty pictures!

Flower Grass (Shibazakura) – Mid-May ~ Mid-June

Along with cherry blossoms, flowers that symbolize spring, flower grass!
It blooms from mid-May to early June.
The flower gardens on the mountainside are spectacular.

Lilac – Mid-May ~ Early July

It is the city of Sapporo and is popular for its purple flowers and sweet fragrance.
Every year around mid-May, mauve and pale white flowers gradually bloom.
It blooms until mid-July at the latest.
In mid-May this year, Sapporo's Odori Park,
There will be a lilac festival in Kawashimo Park.
If you're interested, check it out.

Lily of the Valley (Suzuran) – Early ~ Mid June

In June, you can always see lily of the valley (Suzuran), a small white flower on the roadside.
If the lilac is the tree of Sapporo, the lily of the valley is the city flower of Sapporo.
The blooming appearance of lily of the valley means that summer in Hokkaido is approaching.
Located on the west side of the Hidaka mountain range, Biratori-jo
Every year, when lily of the valley blooms, a week-long lily of the valley viewing party is held.
Admission and appreciation are free.

Lavender Mid~Late July

Hokkaido's famous lavender attracts many tourists every year.
Come to admire the flower beds in Furano.
In addition, Sapporo City's Horomitoge Lavender Park,
You can see it from Hitsujigao Observatory, Makomanai Takinoreien.
The lavender-flavored ice cream is also popular, so be sure to give it a try!

Sunflower – Late July ~ Late August

As a flower that symbolizes summer
The endless dark yellow scenery is breathtaking!
In particular, it is called "the town of sunflowers"
The village of Hokuryujo and the town of Nayoro City in Hokkaido
The sunflower garden is one of the largest in Japan.

Temperature Information

It's still cold in March and April in Hokkaido.
Especially in Sapporo, the wind is strong for environmental reasons.
You should bring a light coat and scarf.
If you get cold a lot
It is recommended to prepare a lightweight, padding, lightweight down jacket.

March
Average temperature 0.6°C
Snowfall 98cm

April
Average temperature 7.1°C
Rainfall 56.8mm

May
Average temperature 12.4°C
Precipitation 53.1mm

See also: https://www.sapporo.travel/spot/feature/clothes_spring/