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Tottori Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Tottori year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): 49–65°F on average, mild climate. Warming begins in March, and it is quite warm by May. Moderate rainfall. Common activities: flower viewing, walking in the countryside, strolling along the beach. Suggested clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shoes.
  • Summer (June–August): 73–84°F on average, hot and humid. July has the most rainfall. Be mindful of sunstroke and heatstroke. Common activities: swimming, surfing, mountain climbing. Suggested clothing: light and breathable clothing, sun hat, sunscreen.
  • Autumn (September–November): 64–78°F on average, pleasantly cool and comfortable, with sunny weather, ideal for outdoor activities. Common activities: maple leaf viewing, hiking, fruit picking. Suggested clothing: comfortable long-sleeved shirts, light jacket.
  • Winter (December–February): 40–44°F on average, cold and dry, with moderate rainfall. Common activities: onsen trips, skiing (requires travel to mountain areas). Suggested clothing: warm coat, hat, scarf, gloves.

Tottori climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 60.8°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1883 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: July

Tottori monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
40.5°F
206.3
February
41.4°F
146.7
March
49.5°F
107.3
April
58.8°F
167.7
May
65.3°F
132.7
June
73.9°F
155
July
82.2°F
258.7
August
84.2°F
155.7
September
78.3°F
111.7
October
64.2°F
144.3
November
55.9°F
159.7
December
44.2°F
137.3

Tottori weather for the next seven days

7/8
Wednesday
Partly Cloudy
84.6°F/70.7°F
7/9
Thursday
Sunny
83.9°F/69.4°F
7/10
Friday
Sunny
85.8°F/68.3°F
7/11
Saturday
Sunny
86.3°F/70.4°F
7/12
Sunday
Partly Cloudy
84.8°F/70.4°F
7/13
Monday
Partly Cloudy
84.1°F/71.7°F
7/14
Tuesday
Sunny
82.1°F/72.4°F

Tottori Frequently Asked Questions and Useful Information for Travel

Is Tottori, Japan worth visiting?

Tottori is absolutely worth visiting for an extended stay, offering much more than a brief stopover. The Tottori Sand Dunes provide picturesque scenery that changes with the seasons and a variety of engaging activities.

What is the best time to visit Tottori?

The ideal time to explore Tottori is during the spring and autumn months. During these seasons, the weather is pleasantly mild, and the natural scenery is at its most captivating.

What is Tottori Japan known for?

Tottori is renowned for its massive Tottori Sand Dunes, one of the largest in Japan, stretching along the coast. It's also known for San'in Kaigan National Park, offering diverse activities and grand natural landscapes, as well as the Shirakabe (white-walled) Storehouses that preserve a historic townscape.

Where are the must-see attractions in Tottori Prefecture?

Key attractions in Tottori Prefecture include the iconic Tottori Sand Dunes, The Sand Museum, Tottori Karo Kanikkokan for crab experiences, the spiritual Hakuto Shrine, and the scenic Hakuto Beach.

What activities can you enjoy at the Tottori Sand Dunes?

At the Tottori Sand Dunes, visitors can enjoy a range of activities such as camel rides, sandboarding, paragliding, and simply strolling through the vast desert-like landscape to appreciate the unique scenery and seasonal changes.