Sapporo, Japan
Major city · Population 2.0M
Sapporo is the 5th largest city in Japan with a population of approximately 1,973,832 people as of 2026. This makes it the 207th largest city in the world, accounting for 1.60% of Japan's total population of 123.2M. Sapporo is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Tokyo timezone. The average annual temperature is 8.4°C with 1,249 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 21 meters above sea level.
Population
1,973,832
Global Rank
#207
Country Rank
#5
% of Japan
1.60%
Avg Temperature
8.4°C
Annual Rainfall
1,249 mm
Elevation
21 m
Timezone
Asia/Tokyo
Sapporo on the Map
Climate in Sapporo
Sapporo's warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan. The wettest month is Aug with 166 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Japan at a Glance
Country Population
123,210,000
Capital
Tokyo
Region
Eastern Asia
Major Cities
293
GDP per Capita
$32,487
Life Expectancy
84.0 years
Urban Population
92.2%
Growth Rate
-0.01%
Other Major Cities in Japan
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Sapporo with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ebetsu | 133,953 | 17 km |
| Otaru | 115,333 | 31 km |
| Tomakomai | 174,806 | 52 km |
| Asahikawa | 333,530 | 113 km |
| Obihiro | 166,536 | 152 km |
| Hakodate | 275,730 | 152 km |
| Kitami | 119,135 | 221 km |
| Kushiro | 167,875 | 246 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Sapporo?
The population of Sapporo, Japan is approximately 1,973,832 people, making it the 207th largest city in the world and the 5th largest in Japan.
Is Sapporo the capital of Japan?
No, the capital of Japan is Tokyo. Sapporo is the 5th largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Sapporo?
Sapporo has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C and receives 1,249 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Aug and the coldest is Jan.
What timezone is Sapporo in?
Sapporo is in the Asia/Tokyo timezone.