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Best time to visit Yabakei

Data source：Meteostat
Last updated：2025-09

Weather in Yabakei throughout the year

  • Spring (March–May): 13.6–20.1°C on average, mild climate but with more rainfall, especially in April. Common activities: Enjoying the natural scenery of Yamaga Valley, such as streams, waterfalls, and peculiar rock formations. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shoes.
  • Summer (June–August): 23.8–28.8°C on average, hot and humid, frequent rainfall, with the most rainfall in June. Common activities: Summer resort, playing in the streams, hiking, pay attention to sun protection and rain protection. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear, hat.
  • Autumn (September–November): 20.7–16.3°C on average, comfortable and pleasant climate, gradually decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Maple viewing (depending on the tree species), hiking, enjoying the autumn scenery. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved shirt, light jacket.
  • Winter (December–February): 9.4–10.0°C on average, lower temperatures, less rainfall. Common activities: Hot spring trips, enjoying the quiet beauty of winter. Recommended clothing: Warm coat, scarf, hat, gloves.

Weather in Yabakei

Annual average temperature: approx. 18.6°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 2946 mm / Summer humidity: 75%–85% / Rainiest month: June

Yabakei weather by month

Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
8.4°C
34.7
February
10°C
133
March
13.6°C
176.3
April
17.6°C
252.7
May
20.1°C
278
June
23.8°C
518
July
28.5°C
380.3
August
28.8°C
488.7
September
26.6°C
358.3
October
20.7°C
189.7
November
16.3°C
86
December
9.4°C
51.2

7-day weather forecast for Yabakei

11/8
Sunday
Sunny
17.9°C/11.7°C
11/9
Monday
Partly Cloudy
19.3°C/13.2°C
11/10
Tuesday
Overcast
18.7°C/12.3°C
11/11
Wednesday
Sunny
18.1°C/11.3°C
11/12
Thursday
Sunny
19.4°C/10.8°C
11/13
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
20.5°C/13.3°C
11/14
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
20.8°C/17.2°C

Yabakei travel FAQs and useful info

When is the best time to view maple leaves?

The red leaf season in Yema Creek is usually from mid-November to mid-December, and the best time to view maple leaves is from late November to mid-December.

Which attractions are must-sees?

Must-visit attractions in Yema Creek include the One Eye and Eight Views observation deck in the middle of the deep Yema Creek, where you can enjoy the magnificent panorama covered with red leaves.