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Tsuru Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Tsuru year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 5.9–14.6°C, with fluctuating temperatures and increasing rainfall. March remains chilly, warming up in April, and becoming milder in May. Common activities: Hiking, flower viewing. Suggested clothing: Warm jacket, comfortable trousers, light sweater.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 18.7–24.5°C, warm and humid with higher rainfall, with the most rain in June. Common activities: Visiting summer resorts, hiking (be mindful of rainfall). Suggested clothing: Breathable clothing, rain gear.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 9.0–21.1°C, pleasant and comfortable with decreasing rainfall. September remains relatively warm, while October and November gradually become cooler. Common activities: Viewing autumn leaves, hiking in the countryside. Suggested clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirts and trousers.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 0.3–2.5°C, cold and dry with the least rainfall. January has the lowest temperatures; pay attention to cold protection. Common activities: Skiing (requires travel to nearby areas), onsen experiences. Suggested clothing: Heavy coat, warm clothing, hat, scarf, gloves.

Tsuru climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 12.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1879 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Tsuru monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
0.3°C
26.8
February
1.2°C
68.5
March
5.9°C
134.7
April
11.5°C
165.2
May
14.6°C
214.1
June
18.7°C
305.4
July
23.7°C
128.4
August
24.5°C
253.9
September
21.1°C
271.7
October
13.5°C
160.3
November
9°C
127.2
December
2.5°C
22.8

Tsuru weather for the next seven days

12/17
Wednesday
Sunny
8.8°C/-1.7°C
12/18
Thursday
Sunny
8.5°C/-1.9°C
12/19
Friday
Sunny
10.7°C/-0.9°C
12/20
Saturday
Moderate rain
9.7°C/0.7°C
12/21
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
11.7°C/4.3°C
12/22
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
7.2°C/2.8°C
12/23
Tuesday
Sunny
4.8°C/-1.8°C

Tsuru Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is the meaning of Tsuru?

Tsuru (鶴) is the Japanese word for crane, a bird that symbolizes longevity, good luck, and fidelity in Japanese culture. It can also refer to a Japanese name or a city in Yamanashi Prefecture.

What does Tsuru mean in English?

In English, Tsuru (鶴 or ツル) most commonly means crane, referring to the large bird known for its long neck and legs, and its symbolism of luck and longevity. The word can also refer to a vine or climber (蔓 tsuru) and the action of slurping noodles (tsuru-tsuru).

What is the Tsuru Devil Fruit?

The character Tsuru from One Piece possesses the Woshu Woshu no Mi, a Paramecia-type Devil Fruit. This power allows her to wash people and objects like laundry, immobilizing them and purifying their hearts.

Is Tsuru stronger than Doflamingo?

Even in her later years, Tsuru's formidable strength was enough to instill fear in Doflamingo, a powerful pirate. She often pursued the Donquixote Pirates, causing them to flee.

What are the key cultural symbols associated with Tsuru?

In Japanese culture, the crane (tsuru) is a revered symbol of good fortune and longevity, believed to live for 1,000 years. Due to their monogamous nature, cranes also represent fidelity and loyalty. After World War II, they became a symbol of peace, notably through the story of Sadako Sasaki and origami cranes.