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Nishinokyo Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Nishinokyo year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 9.9–18.2°C, mild climate, but rainfall gradually increases, especially in April and May. Common activities: Flower viewing, outings. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, and bring rain gear.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 22.9–28.9°C, hot and humid, with the most rainfall in June. Common activities: Avoiding the heat, water activities (if beaches or pools are nearby). Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, short sleeves, shorts, and rain gear.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 18.2–12.9°C, comfortable and pleasant climate, rainfall gradually decreases. Common activities: Outings, viewing autumn leaves (if available). Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved shirts, light jackets. There is a larger temperature difference between morning and night, so bring warm clothing.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 6.9–5.4°C, cold and dry, with the least rainfall. Common activities: Indoor activities, onsen experience (if available). Recommended clothing: Thick coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, etc.

Nishinokyo climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 16.5°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1530 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Nishinokyo monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
4.7°C
29.2
February
5.4°C
48.1
March
9.9°C
108.7
April
15.6°C
144.6
May
18.2°C
185
June
22.9°C
302.5
July
28.1°C
179.5
August
28.9°C
166.6
September
26°C
146.2
October
18.2°C
112
November
12.9°C
90.5
December
6.9°C
17.9

Nishinokyo weather for the next seven days

12/25
Thursday
Moderate rain
11.2°C/6°C
12/26
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
4.5°C/0.8°C
12/27
Saturday
Overcast
5.1°C/0.4°C
12/28
Sunday
Sunny
8.9°C/0.9°C
12/29
Monday
Sunny
10.4°C/1.3°C
12/30
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
11.7°C/4.3°C
12/31
Wednesday
Sunny
9°C/4.5°C

Nishinokyo Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

What is the best time to visit?

The best times to visit are the cherry blossom season in spring (mid-to-late March) and the maple leaf season in autumn (mid-to-late November).

Which attractions are must-visit?

Kiyomizudera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine and Kinkakuji Temple are must-visit attractions in Nishikyo.