The Arashiyama Scenic Railway is quite unique. Although the cherry blossom season is over, you can still occasionally see some cherry and plum blossoms on the mountain, which is truly beautiful. The Hozu River rafting experience was also very fun. Our guide, Joe, was very dedicated; leading a group of 41 people is no easy feat.
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Hozu Gorge Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Hozu Gorge year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 10.5–19.3°C, mild and comfortable climate, but with relatively high rainfall; bring rain gear. Common activities: Boating along Hozukyo Gorge, enjoying the scenery. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, comfortable long pants or skirt.
Summer (June–August): Average 23.7–29.5°C, hot and humid, frequent rainfall; prepare for sun protection and rain. Common activities: Enjoying the cool in Hozukyo Gorge, engaging in water activities. Recommended clothing: Breathable and sweat-wicking clothing, light shorts, sun hat.
Autumn (September–November): Average 19.1–27.1°C, comfortable and pleasant climate, rainfall gradually decreasing. Common activities: Hiking, appreciating the autumn foliage. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved clothing, light jacket.
Winter (December–February): Average 5.1–7.2°C, cold and dry, less rainfall. Common activities: Experiencing the tranquility of Hozukyo Gorge in winter, appreciating the snow (if any). Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, scarf, gloves, hat.
Hozu Gorge climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 17.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1656 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: August
Hozu Gorge monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
5.1°C
47.4
February
6.1°C
72.5
March
10.5°C
131.3
April
16.4°C
182.2
May
19.3°C
199.8
June
23.7°C
248.8
July
28.9°C
176
August
29.5°C
254.7
September
27.1°C
127.3
October
19.1°C
105.2
November
13.9°C
91.9
December
7.2°C
19.2
Hozu Gorge weather for the next seven days
5/7
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
26.1°C/11.8°C
5/8
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
24°C/11.6°C
5/9
Saturday
Sunny
19°C/10.2°C
5/10
Sunday
Sunny
22.9°C/8°C
5/11
Monday
Sunny
22.6°C/9.9°C
5/12
Tuesday
Sunny
24.8°C/12.3°C
5/13
Wednesday
Sunny
26.8°C/14.1°C
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