Mountain town in Yamanashi, Japan
Kawaguchiko weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kawaguchiko
Oct–Feb gives the clearest Fuji views; mid-Nov for maple leaves. Apr has cherry blossoms. Jun–Aug is hazy and rainy; Fuji climbing season runs about Jul–Sep.
Kawaguchiko weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan1°61 mm
- Feb3°71 mm
- Mar7°115 mm
- Apr13°127 mm
- May18°140 mm
- Jun21°174 mm
- Jul25°209 mm
- Aug26°159 mm
- Sep22°201 mm
- Oct16°193 mm
- Nov10°85 mm
- Dec4°64 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C34°F | -8°C18°F | 61 mm | 80% | Freezing |
| February | 3°C38°F | -7°C20°F | 71 mm | 79% | Cold |
| March | 7°C45°F | -4°C25°F | 115 mm | 78% | Cold |
| April | 13°C55°F | 1°C34°F | 127 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 18°C64°F | 7°C44°F | 140 mm | 78% | Cool |
| June | 21°C69°F | 12°C53°F | 174 mm | 82% | Rainy |
| July | 25°C76°F | 16°C61°F | 209 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| August | 26°C78°F | 17°C62°F | 159 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| September | 22°C71°F | 13°C55°F | 201 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| October | 16°C60°F | 7°C44°F | 193 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| November | 10°C51°F | 0°C33°F | 85 mm | 83% | Cold |
| December | 4°C40°F | -5°C23°F | 64 mm | 81% | 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 Kawaguchiko?
Oct–Feb. Oct–Feb gives the clearest Fuji views; mid-Nov for maple leaves. Apr has cherry blossoms. Jun–Aug is hazy and rainy; Fuji climbing season runs about Jul–Sep.
When is the rainy season in Kawaguchiko?
Rain peaks in July with about 209 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Kawaguchiko?
August, with average highs of 26°C (78°F).
How cold does Kawaguchiko get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -8°C (18°F).
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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 2.3°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.