Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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Niigata Prefecture Weather by Month: Temperature & Rainfall Guide
Niigata Prefecture is a region in Japan. Many people wonder what the weather conditions are in Niigata Prefecture over the year. What is the best time to visit Niigata Prefecture?
This page shows the average weather conditions by month in Niigata Prefecture over the year in: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
Niigata Prefecture in January
In January the weather in Niigata Prefecture is generally less favorable. January is a winter month. The temperatures range from very low in Yuzawa with 1°C (34°F) to low in Sado with 7°C (45°F). On average, this month is one of the coldest months of the year in Niigata Prefecture. So be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Find more detailed climate information for Niigata Prefecture in January here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in February
In February the weather in Niigata Prefecture is generally less favorable. February is a winter month. The average maximum daytime temperatures are low and range from 2°C (36°F) in Yuzawa to 7°C (45°F) in Niigata. It is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.
Find more detailed climate information for Niigata Prefecture in February here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
perfect weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in April
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
perfect weather
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tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in June
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in July
In July the weather in Niigata Prefecture ranges from less favorable in Myoko to mixed in Niigata. July is a summer month. The temperatures range from high in Yuzawa with 26°C (79°F) to very high in Nagaoka with 30°C (86°F).
Find more detailed climate information for Niigata Prefecture in July here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in August
In August the weather in Niigata Prefecture ranges from mixed in Myoko to good in Niigata. August is a summer month. The temperatures range from high in Yuzawa with 27°C (81°F) to very high in Nagaoka with 32°C (90°F). On average, this month is one of the warmest months of the year in Niigata Prefecture. So be prepared and make sure to dress lightly.
Find more detailed climate information for Niigata Prefecture in August here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in September
In September the weather in Niigata Prefecture ranges from mixed in Myoko to very good in Niigata. September is a summer month. The average maximum daytime temperatures are high and range from 23°C (73°F) in Yuzawa to 27°C (81°F) in Nagaoka.
Find more detailed climate information for Niigata Prefecture in September here.
perfect weather
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in October
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in November
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Niigata Prefecture in December
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
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