I highly recommend this tour. Our guide, Xiao Li, is fluent in English, Japanese, and Mandarin. The tour involves many ups and downs of stairs, so please assess your physical condition accordingly. Especially the second stop, Takachiho; I booked a tour including lunch, and the restaurant arranged transportation back. Otherwise, group members would have to walk up the mountain back to the starting point, which I imagine would be very tiring.
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Best time to visit Shirakawa Spring
Data source:Meteostat Last updated:2025-10
Weather in Shirakawa Spring throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average 5–14°C, temperatures gradually rise but still feel cool, with moderate rainfall. Common activities: Strolling around the water source, enjoying the fresh outdoor air. Recommended attire: Light jacket, long-sleeved clothing; pay attention to warmth in the mornings and evenings.
Summer (June–August): Average 17–24°C, this is the warmest season. June has relatively more rainfall, but the overall climate remains mostly dry. Common activities: Cooling off by the water source, outdoor relaxation. Recommended attire: Short sleeves, light long-sleeved shirts, light and breathable clothing.
Autumn (September–November): Average 9–21°C, the climate is cool and comfortable. Rainfall is scarce, and it is very dry. Common activities: Enjoying the autumn scenery, hiking. Recommended attire: Long-sleeved clothing, light sweaters, light jackets.
Winter (December–February): Average 1–5°C, cold and dry, with lower temperatures. Rainfall is extremely scarce. Common activities: Experiencing winter tranquility, hot springs (if available). Recommended attire: Heavy coats, down jackets, warm clothing such as scarves and gloves.
Weather in Shirakawa Spring
Annual average temperature: approx. 12.2°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 104 mm / Summer humidity: 60-75% / Rainiest month: June
Shirakawa Spring weather by month
Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
1.5°C
1.4
February
4.1°C
7.9
March
5°C
13.5
April
12.1°C
10
May
13.5°C
10
June
17.2°C
22.5
July
22°C
10.7
August
23.2°C
13.2
September
21.1°C
3.4
October
15.7°C
5.3
November
9.1°C
5.6
December
1.3°C
0.6
7-day weather forecast for Shirakawa Spring
11/10
Tuesday
Sunny
10.9°C/5.9°C
11/11
Wednesday
Overcast
12.8°C/6°C
11/12
Thursday
Overcast
13.3°C/7.7°C
11/13
Friday
Overcast
15.9°C/11.4°C
11/14
Saturday
Overcast
17°C/12.1°C
11/15
Sunday
Light drizzle
15.8°C/10°C
11/16
Monday
Cloudy
13.1°C/9.3°C
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