Mountain town in Kanagawa, Japan
Hakone weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Hakone
Oct–Dec brings clear Fuji views and autumn colour; Apr–May is mild. Jun–Jul is rainy and foggy; Jul–Aug hot; Fuji is often hidden in summer.
Hakone weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan6°84 mm
- Feb7°92 mm
- Mar9°146 mm
- Apr12°163 mm
- May16°175 mm
- Jun19°225 mm
- Jul22°201 mm
- Aug24°160 mm
- Sep21°233 mm
- Oct17°251 mm
- Nov13°127 mm
- Dec9°89 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C43°F | 2°C36°F | 84 mm | 70% | Cold |
| February | 7°C44°F | 2°C36°F | 92 mm | 71% | Cold |
| March | 9°C48°F | 4°C40°F | 146 mm | 73% | Cold |
| April | 12°C54°F | 8°C46°F | 163 mm | 77% | Rainy |
| May | 16°C61°F | 12°C54°F | 175 mm | 81% | Rainy |
| June | 19°C65°F | 16°C60°F | 225 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| July | 22°C71°F | 19°C66°F | 201 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| August | 24°C74°F | 20°C69°F | 160 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| September | 21°C71°F | 18°C65°F | 233 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| October | 17°C63°F | 14°C57°F | 251 mm | 79% | Rainy |
| November | 13°C56°F | 9°C49°F | 127 mm | 75% | Cool |
| December | 9°C48°F | 5°C41°F | 89 mm | 72% | Cold |
Best months across Japan
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Kyoto | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Osaka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Hiroshima | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Nara | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Sapporo | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Okinawa | Apr–Jun, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakone | Apr–May, Oct–Dec | Aug (24°C) |
| Fukuoka | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (32°C) |
| Kawaguchiko | Oct–Feb | Aug (26°C) |
| Niseko | Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar | Aug (24°C) |
| Yokohama | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kanazawa | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Takayama | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Nagoya | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Nikko | May, Jul–Aug, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Kamakura | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Kobe | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (30°C) |
| Hakuba | Jan–Feb, Jul–Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Ishigaki | Apr–May, Jul, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Nagasaki | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Shirakawa-go | Feb, May, Oct–Nov | Aug (28°C) |
| Miyakojima | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Hakodate | Jun–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Otaru | Feb, Jun–Sep | Aug (26°C) |
| Beppu | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (31°C) |
| Matsumoto | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
| Koyasan | Apr–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (27°C) |
| Furano | Jan–Feb, Jul–Aug | Aug (25°C) |
| Sendai | Apr–May, Sep–Nov | Aug (29°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Hakone?
Apr–May, Oct–Dec. Oct–Dec brings clear Fuji views and autumn colour; Apr–May is mild. Jun–Jul is rainy and foggy; Jul–Aug hot; Fuji is often hidden in summer.
When is the rainy season in Hakone?
Rain peaks in October with about 251 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Apr–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Hakone?
August, with average highs of 24°C (74°F).
How cold does Hakone get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 2°C (36°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 4.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.