Seeing snow for the first time was fantastic for me overall. Our guide, Oliver, was excellent; he was very kind, spoke three languages, and actively guided us throughout the trip. The itinerary was very well-planned, with ample time to explore, take photos, and enjoy the scenery at each stop. The hotel was comfortable, and the driver was a very skilled driver. Although the bus seats were a bit small, they were generally quite comfortable. I was lucky enough to see beautiful snowscapes. Although the heavy snowfall prevented me from seeing the Zao Snow Trees that day, and I only reached the first level of the cable car, it was still incredibly breathtaking. The foxes were also very cute.
Mr. Kenichi Nishioka, the driver, was very responsible. He picked us up and dropped us off on time, and hiring a car was perfect for our trip. Now we have another travel option.
There were many foxes, and they enjoyed being cuddled and fed. The 90-minute visit felt a bit rushed.
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Shiraishi Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Shiraishi year round climate
Spring (March–May): 6.4–15.9°C on average, the climate changes from cold to warm. There is still a chance of snow in March, but it gradually warms up from April to May, with increasing rainfall. Common activities: picnics, flower viewing. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, long-sleeved shirt; in May, a light jacket is sufficient.
Summer (June–August): 20.2–26.2°C on average, hot and humid, with relatively high rainfall. Common activities: escaping the heat, mountain climbing. Recommended clothing: breathable clothing, short-sleeved shirts, light rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): 10.9–23.1°C on average, the climate is comfortable and pleasant. September has the most rainfall, but overall it is relatively dry. Common activities: maple leaf viewing, outdoor activities. Recommended clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Winter (December–February): 2.2–4.3°C on average, cold and dry, with a low probability of snowfall. Common activities: skiing (requires travel to other areas), hot springs. Recommended clothing: warm coat, sweater, scarf, gloves.
Shiraishi climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 13.8°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1173 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: September
Shiraishi monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
2.2°C
53.4
February
2.7°C
48.1
March
6.4°C
109.9
April
12.3°C
61.4
May
15.9°C
135.1
June
20.2°C
152
July
25°C
144.1
August
26.2°C
102.3
September
23.1°C
166.8
October
16.5°C
83
November
10.9°C
74.2
December
4.3°C
42.8
Shiraishi weather for the next seven days
2/26
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
5.3°C/2.5°C
2/27
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
8.2°C/5.4°C
2/28
Saturday
Cloudy
12.4°C/4.1°C
3/1
Sunday
Sunny
11.2°C/1.9°C
3/2
Monday
Cloudy
10.2°C/1.4°C
3/3
Tuesday
Sunny
10.9°C/0°C
3/4
Wednesday
Partly Cloudy
6.9°C/0.2°C
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