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Kamakura-Hayama Line Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Kamakura-Hayama Line year round climate
  • Spring (March–May): Average 52–66°F, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall and occasional overcast days. Common activities: Flower viewing (e.g., wisteria), seaside walks, visiting temples and shrines. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, comfortable long-sleeved shirts and pants, and rain gear.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 72–82°F, hot and humid with relatively low rainfall, but occasional typhoons. Common activities: Swimming, surfing, sunbathing. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun-protective clothing, and a sun hat.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 58–78°F, pleasant climate with sunny days, but also relatively high rainfall. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, hiking, enjoying seasonal cuisine. Recommended clothing: Comfortable long-sleeved shirts and pants; consider a light jacket due to temperature variations between morning and evening.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 42–48°F, low temperatures and relatively dry with occasional cold waves. Common activities: Visiting indoor attractions, onsen (hot springs), enjoying winter-limited cuisine. Recommended clothing: Warm coats, sweaters, scarves, gloves, etc.
Kamakura-Hayama Line climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 62.6°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1736 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Kamakura-Hayama Line monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
42.8°F
30.1
February
44.1°F
87
March
52.2°F
164
April
60.8°F
187
May
66°F
203.3
June
72.7°F
264.7
July
81°F
137.8
August
82.6°F
150.2
September
78.4°F
235.2
October
66.9°F
141.9
November
58.6°F
105.4
December
48.9°F
30
Kamakura-Hayama Line weather for the next seven days
10/22
Wednesday
Heavy rain
57.2°F/54.1°F
10/23
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
64.2°F/55.1°F
10/24
Friday
Partly Cloudy
65.5°F/58.8°F
10/25
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
66.2°F/61.3°F
10/26
Sunday
Heavy rain
61.6°F/60.4°F
10/27
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
69.1°F/62.5°F
10/28
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
65.4°F/63°F

Kamakura-Hayama Line FAQ

What train lines serve Kamakura Station?
Kamakura Station is a key transportation hub in Hayama Line, served by the Yokosuka Line and the Shōnan-Shinjuku Line.
What makes Kamakura in Hayama Line so special for visitors?
Kamakura is renowned in Hayama Line for its abundance of historically significant Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. Many of these, such as Sugimoto-dera, boast over 1,200 years of history, while Kōtoku-in is famous for its monumental outdoor bronze statue of Amida Buddha.
Is Kamakura considered a suburb of Tokyo?
Kamakura is a captivating coastal town located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Hayama Line, less than an hour's journey south of Tokyo. Its historical significance as Japan's political center in the late 12th century under Minamoto Yoritomo is a major draw for visitors.
Was Kamakura the historical capital of Japan?
Yes, Kamakura served as the capital of Japan from the late 12th century to the early 14th century, during the Kamakura period. It was established as the seat of the Kamakura Shogunate, making it the nexus of political and military power in Japan, even as the emperor remained in Kyoto.
What are the key historical facts about Kamakura's time as the capital of Hayama Line?
Kamakura functioned as the de facto capital for Japan's first shogunate government, led by the influential Minamoto clan. During this era, it became the most populous settlement in the nation and witnessed the construction of numerous important Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. The capital eventually transitioned from Kamakura to Kyoto and later to Edo (modern-day Tokyo).