Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama weather in February (Gifu, Japan)

Is February a good time to explore Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

Typically, February in Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama includes low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. February is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 3°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -6°C. With temperatures this low, you'll need to dress warmly. Staying prepared is crucial to avoid the discomfort of the cold.

Precipitation

Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama in February falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 198 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 25 days days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 89 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, February may not be the ideal month to visit Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama. May and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama climate page with graphs.

 

Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama, monthly averages in February

Min Temperature -6°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 82%  

Precipitation 198 mm  

Rainy days 25 days  

Humidity 78% *  

Sunshine 89 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Fukui, Japan (64 KM, 40 Miles).

Where to go in Japan in February

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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