Mountain town in Nagano, Japan
Nozawa Onsen weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Nozawa Onsen
Skiing runs roughly Dec–early Apr, best in Jan–Feb with deep powder. Oct brings autumn colour; Jun–Sep is green, quiet and mostly rainy in June.
Nozawa Onsen weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan0°194 mm
- Feb1°118 mm
- Mar5°118 mm
- Apr14°95 mm
- May20°92 mm
- Jun24°134 mm
- Jul27°206 mm
- Aug28°160 mm
- Sep24°170 mm
- Oct17°169 mm
- Nov11°168 mm
- Dec4°223 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 0°C33°F | -5°C23°F | 194 mm | 98% | Rainy |
| February | 1°C34°F | -5°C22°F | 118 mm | 96% | Freezing |
| March | 5°C42°F | -3°C27°F | 118 mm | 90% | Cold |
| April | 14°C57°F | 2°C36°F | 95 mm | 80% | Cool |
| May | 20°C68°F | 8°C47°F | 92 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| June | 24°C75°F | 14°C56°F | 134 mm | 82% | Pleasant |
| July | 27°C81°F | 18°C65°F | 206 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| August | 28°C83°F | 19°C66°F | 160 mm | 84% | Rainy |
| September | 24°C75°F | 15°C59°F | 170 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| October | 17°C63°F | 8°C47°F | 169 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| November | 11°C51°F | 3°C37°F | 168 mm | 90% | Rainy |
| December | 4°C39°F | -2°C28°F | 223 mm | 95% | Rainy |
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) |
| Nozawa Onsen | Oct, Dec–Mar | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Nozawa Onsen?
Oct, Dec–Mar. Skiing runs roughly Dec–early Apr, best in Jan–Feb with deep powder. Oct brings autumn colour; Jun–Sep is green, quiet and mostly rainy in June.
When is the rainy season in Nozawa Onsen?
Rain peaks in December with about 223 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: Jul–Jan.
What is the hottest month in Nozawa Onsen?
August, with average highs of 28°C (83°F).
How cold does Nozawa Onsen get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging -5°C (22°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort
- Nozawa Onsen Ski Resort: access by train and bus
- Nagano Tourism
- Iiyama Red Cross Hospital
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 1.4°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.