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Mount Tsurumi Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Mount Tsurumi year round climate
  • Spring (March–May): Average 53–67°F, mild climate but with relatively high rainfall, especially in April. Common activities: Hiking, enjoying the natural scenery. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
  • Summer (June–August): Average 73–84°F, high temperature and humidity, abundant rainfall, with the most rainfall in June. Common activities: Summer escape, playing in streams (exercise caution). Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): Average 68–79°F, comfortable and pleasant climate, reduced rainfall. Common activities: Hiking, admiring autumn leaves (depending on the situation). Recommended clothing: Long-sleeved clothing, light jacket.
  • Winter (December–February): Average 44–47°F, low temperature, dry and less rain. Common activities: Hot springs, enjoying winter scenery. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, hat, gloves, scarf.
Mount Tsurumi climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 64.0°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1600 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: June

Mount Tsurumi monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
44.8°F
35.7
February
46°F
86
March
53.2°F
125.7
April
61.3°F
147.3
May
67.3°F
147
June
73.9°F
298.3
July
82.2°F
201
August
84.4°F
250
September
79.7°F
191.3
October
68.2°F
63
November
59.7°F
38
December
47.5°F
16.8
Mount Tsurumi weather for the next seven days
10/23
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
64°F/57.5°F
10/24
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
65.6°F/56.1°F
10/25
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
65.7°F/58.9°F
10/26
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
69.4°F/58.4°F
10/27
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
67°F/48.6°F
10/28
Tuesday
Partly Cloudy
57.9°F/45.9°F
10/29
Wednesday
Sunny
60.2°F/44.5°F

Mount Tsurumi FAQ

How long does it take to hike Mount Tsurumi?
The hiking route for Mount Tsurumi can be started either from the lower ropeway station, which takes about 2 hours to complete, or from a station closer to the summit. Mount Tsurumi is a 1,375 m (4,510 ft) volcano.
Is Mount Tsurumi an active volcano?
Yes, Mount Tsurumi is an active volcano. It is located east of Aso-Kuju National Park and is the source of the Beppu Onsen in Beppu City.
What is the geological formation of Mount Tsurumi?
Mount Tsurumi is part of a connected lava dome stretching 5km from north to south, with Mt. Tsurumi at the southern end. This volcanic formation is located behind Beppu City.
What are the key features of Mount Tsurumi?
Mount Tsurumi is recognized as one of Japan's 300 most famous mountains. It is a popular hiking destination and a significant active volcano.
Why is Beppu City associated with Mount Tsurumi?
Mount Tsurumi is an active volcano located in Beppu City, and it is the source of the famous Beppu Onsen hot springs.