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30-year normals (1991-2020)
Kyoto has a oceanic/humid subtropical climate, classified as Cfa in the Köppen system. The warmest month is August with an average high of 31°C, while the coldest month is January with lows dropping to 0°C. The annual temperature range of 31°C is typical of continental climates with distinct seasons.
The driest month is December with only 8 rain days and 66mm of precipitation. For travellers, December through to the following month typically offers the best balance of warm temperatures and dry conditions. Average humidity ranges from 65% to 65% throughout the year.
Based on temperature and rainfall data, the best months to visit Kyoto are November, April, May. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Full Best Time to Visit GuideWarmest Month
31°C
August
Coldest Month
0°C
January
Driest Month
8 days
December
Annual Range
31°C
0° to 31°
| Month | High | Low | Rain Days | Sun | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 0°C | 8 | 8h | View |
| February | 8°C | 1°C | 10 | 8h | View |
| March | 12°C | 3°C | 13 | 9h | View |
| April | 18°C | 8°C | 12 | 9h | View |
| May | 23°C | 13°C | 11 | 9h | View |
| June | 26°C | 18°C | 15 | 8h | View |
| July | 29°C | 22°C | 17 | 9h | View |
| August | 31°C | 23°C | 13 | 11h | View |
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 13 | 9h | View |
| October | 21°C | 13°C | 10 | 8h | View |
| November | 16°C | 8°C | 8 | 8h | View |
| December | 10°C | 2°C | 8 | 8h | View |
January
8 rain days, 8h sun
February
10 rain days, 8h sun
March
13 rain days, 9h sun
April
12 rain days, 9h sun
May
11 rain days, 9h sun
June
15 rain days, 8h sun
July
17 rain days, 9h sun
August
13 rain days, 11h sun
September
13 rain days, 9h sun
October
10 rain days, 8h sun
November
8 rain days, 8h sun
December
8 rain days, 8h sun
Kyoto in August
Data Sources for Kyoto
Climate normals represent 30-year averages (1991-2020). Individual years may vary.