Mountain town in Hokkaido, Japan
Niseko weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Niseko
Dec–Mar is ski season with deepest powder in Jan–Feb. Jul–Aug is green and mild for rafting and hiking. Apr–May and Oct–Nov are quiet with many closures.
Niseko weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan-3°124 mm
- Feb-2°95 mm
- Mar1°77 mm
- Apr8°63 mm
- May15°70 mm
- Jun19°76 mm
- Jul23°111 mm
- Aug24°144 mm
- Sep20°133 mm
- Oct14°123 mm
- Nov6°146 mm
- Dec-1°153 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3°C27°F | -6°C20°F | 124 mm | 93% | Freezing |
| February | -2°C28°F | -7°C20°F | 95 mm | 90% | Freezing |
| March | 1°C34°F | -4°C26°F | 77 mm | 87% | Freezing |
| April | 8°C46°F | 1°C34°F | 63 mm | 82% | Cold |
| May | 15°C58°F | 6°C44°F | 70 mm | 82% | Cool |
| June | 19°C67°F | 12°C53°F | 76 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| July | 23°C74°F | 16°C60°F | 111 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| August | 24°C76°F | 17°C63°F | 144 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C69°F | 14°C57°F | 133 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| October | 14°C57°F | 8°C46°F | 123 mm | 81% | Cool |
| November | 6°C43°F | 1°C35°F | 146 mm | 85% | Cold |
| December | -1°C31°F | -4°C24°F | 153 mm | 92% | Freezing |
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 Niseko?
Jul–Aug, Dec–Mar. Dec–Mar is ski season with deepest powder in Jan–Feb. Jul–Aug is green and mild for rafting and hiking. Apr–May and Oct–Nov are quiet with many closures.
When is the rainy season in Niseko?
Rain peaks in December with about 153 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Dec.
What is the hottest month in Niseko?
August, with average highs of 24°C (76°F).
How cold does Niseko get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -7°C (20°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 0.5°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.