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Nikko weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Nikko
Mid-Oct–early Nov is the peak autumn colour; May is green and mild. Jul–Aug is cooler than Tokyo. Winter is snowy and cold; many sights close.
Nikko weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan0°93 mm
- Feb2°61 mm
- Mar6°88 mm
- Apr14°103 mm
- May20°111 mm
- Jun24°147 mm
- Jul27°220 mm
- Aug28°179 mm
- Sep24°187 mm
- Oct17°170 mm
- Nov11°100 mm
- Dec4°105 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C33°F | -5°C23°F | 93 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| February | 2°C35°F | -5°C22°F | 61 mm | 94% | Freezing |
| March | 6°C43°F | -2°C28°F | 88 mm | 88% | Cold |
| April | 14°C56°F | 3°C37°F | 103 mm | 82% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 9°C48°F | 111 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C74°F | 14°C57°F | 147 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C81°F | 19°C65°F | 220 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| August | 28°C82°F | 19°C67°F | 179 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| September | 24°C75°F | 15°C59°F | 187 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| October | 17°C63°F | 9°C48°F | 170 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| November | 11°C51°F | 3°C37°F | 100 mm | 90% | Cold |
| December | 4°C39°F | -2°C28°F | 105 mm | 93% | 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 Nikko?
May, Jul–Aug, Oct–Nov. Mid-Oct–early Nov is the peak autumn colour; May is green and mild. Jul–Aug is cooler than Tokyo. Winter is snowy and cold; many sights close.
When is the rainy season in Nikko?
Rain peaks in July with about 220 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Nikko?
August, with average highs of 28°C (82°F).
How cold does Nikko get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -5°C (22°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 2.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.