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Arashiyama Climate by Month

The temperature in Arashiyama can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Arashiyama. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 32°C in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 9°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -0°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Arashiyama has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1725 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Arashiyama can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 243 mm of precipitation over 19 rainy days.

In contrast December, experiences much drier conditions, with 72 mm of rainfall, spread across 18 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Arashiyama experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.2 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 4.0 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Kyoto, Japan (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Kyoto, Japan (7 KM, 4 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Arashiyama in Japan

During the months of May and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Arashiyama?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • When is the rainy season in Arashiyama?
    Rainy season in Arashiyama occurs in the months of May, June, July, August, September and October.
  • Which is the warmest month in Arashiyama?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Arashiyama?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 9°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Arashiyama?
    July tops the wettest month list with 243 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Arashiyama?
    December is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Arashiyama?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 185 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Arashiyama

    Sun   Dec 15
    9°C | 0°C
    W 18 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    10°C | 1°C
    W 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Tue   Dec 17
    11°C | 0°C
    W 14 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain