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Watarase Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Watarase year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 11.6–18.7°C, mild and comfortable climate, but with more rainfall; be prepared for rain. Common activities: Hiking, flower viewing. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 22.4–28.2°C, hot and humid with significant rainfall; be mindful of heatstroke and sun protection. Common activities: Swimming, water sports. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 15.4–25.7°C, pleasant climate, September is the rainiest month; be prepared for rain. Common activities: Hiking, outings. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 7.1–8.4°C, cold climate with less rainfall. Common activities: Hot spring bathing, indoor activities. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf.

Watarase climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 17.4°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1620 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: September

Watarase monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
7.1°C
67.6
February
8.2°C
94.5
March
11.6°C
127
April
15.6°C
174.5
May
18.7°C
160.5
June
22.4°C
204.4
July
26.8°C
185.7
August
28.2°C
133.3
September
25.7°C
216.3
October
20.2°C
66.9
November
15.4°C
126.9
December
8.4°C
63

Watarase weather for the next seven days

5/19
Tuesday
Sunny
21.6°C/20°C
5/20
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
20.4°C/19.8°C
5/21
Thursday
Moderate rain
21.2°C/18.9°C
5/22
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
19.2°C/18.5°C
5/23
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
20.8°C/19.2°C
5/24
Sunday
Sunny
22.7°C/21°C
5/25
Monday
Sunny
22.9°C/21.1°C

Watarase Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is the best time to visit?

The best times to visit are for cherry blossom viewing in spring and maple viewing in autumn.

Which attractions are must-sees?

Must-see attractions include the Watarase Valley Railway itself, as well as the natural scenery and historical and cultural sites along the way.