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

Wondering what the weather is like in Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama during July? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, July in Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. July is typically considered a summer month. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 27°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 19°C.

Precipitation

Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 363 mm for the month. Experience the peak rainfall in this month, with heavy showers being the norm. A poncho is essential to stay dry and comfortable. Historically, approximately 21 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 155 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Shirakawa-gō and Gokayama. May and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, June, July, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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 July

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 363 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 155 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in Japan in July

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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