Which is the hottest month in Kyoto?

The hottest time of year in Kyoto is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 30°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Kyoto?

In terms of rainfall, June is usually the wettest month in Kyoto with 228mm on average. There are normally 19 days in June with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Kyoto?

The sunniest time of year in Kyoto is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 44% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Kyoto

Q: When is the best time to visit Kyoto?

The best time to visit Kyoto is May based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Kyoto?

The best time to visit Kyoto is May based on the following average weather conditions.

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Max Day Temperature (°F)

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43
Feb
50
Mar
63
Apr
72
May
77
Jun
84
Jul
86
Aug
79
Sep
68
Oct
57
Nov
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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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The weather guide for Japan (Kyoto) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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