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Minobu Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Minobu year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 42–58°F, with fluctuating temperatures and increasing rainfall. Snow is still possible in March. Common activities: Hiking, flower viewing (e.g., mountain cherry blossoms). Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, long pants.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 65–74°F, warm and humid with frequent rainfall; June is the rainiest month. Common activities: Mountain hiking (beware of weather changes), temple visits. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 48–69°F, cool and comfortable with gradually decreasing rainfall. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, hot spring bathing. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 32–36°F, cold and dry with occasional snowfall. Common activities: Skiing (requires travel to other areas), experiencing local winter customs. Recommended clothing: Heavy coat, hat, gloves, scarf.

Minobu climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 53.2°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1879 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Minobu monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
32.5°F
26.8
February
34.2°F
68.5
March
42.6°F
134.7
April
52.7°F
165.2
May
58.3°F
214.1
June
65.7°F
305.4
July
74.7°F
128.4
August
73.8°F
253.9
September
70°F
271.7
October
56.3°F
160.3
November
48.2°F
127.2
December
36.5°F
22.8

Minobu weather for the next seven days

9/1
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
70.9°F/62.3°F
9/2
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
73.6°F/63.4°F
9/3
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
74.1°F/66.9°F
9/4
Friday
Moderate or heavy rain shower
71.4°F/57.8°F
9/5
Saturday
Overcast
70.4°F/57.4°F
9/6
Sunday
Sunny
70.9°F/65.4°F
9/7
Monday
Sunny
73.3°F/65.1°F

Minobu Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

When is the best time to visit?

The best time to visit Minobu is from late March to early April every year, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom.

What are the must-see attractions?

Minobuyama Jiuyuan Temple and Minobuyama Lobuwei are must-see attractions. The weeping cherry blossoms and Luobuwei in the courtyard provide a rich sightseeing experience.