City in Hyogo, Japan
Kobe weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kobe
Spring and autumn are mild and clear. June is rainy, Jul–Aug hot and humid, and typhoons can hit Aug–Oct. Winters are cool and dry.
Kobe weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan9°56 mm
- Feb10°71 mm
- Mar13°101 mm
- Apr18°112 mm
- May22°138 mm
- Jun25°190 mm
- Jul28°204 mm
- Aug30°148 mm
- Sep27°194 mm
- Oct22°159 mm
- Nov17°80 mm
- Dec11°72 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C48°F | 4°C40°F | 56 mm | 77% | Cold |
| February | 10°C50°F | 5°C40°F | 71 mm | 76% | Cold |
| March | 13°C56°F | 7°C44°F | 101 mm | 75% | Cool |
| April | 18°C64°F | 11°C51°F | 112 mm | 76% | Cool |
| May | 22°C71°F | 15°C59°F | 138 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| June | 25°C77°F | 19°C67°F | 190 mm | 83% | Rainy |
| July | 28°C83°F | 24°C75°F | 204 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 30°C86°F | 25°C77°F | 148 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 22°C71°F | 194 mm | 80% | Rainy |
| October | 22°C72°F | 17°C62°F | 159 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 17°C62°F | 12°C53°F | 80 mm | 76% | Cool |
| December | 11°C53°F | 7°C44°F | 72 mm | 76% | Cool |
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 Kobe?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Spring and autumn are mild and clear. June is rainy, Jul–Aug hot and humid, and typhoons can hit Aug–Oct. Winters are cool and dry.
When is the rainy season in Kobe?
Rain peaks in July with about 204 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jun–Jul, Sep–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Kobe?
August, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Kobe get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 4°C (40°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.