Nara Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Monthly Temperature in Nara

In Nara, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 42°C (108°F) in May, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 32°C (90°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 28°C (82°F) in May to around 16°C (61°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Nara

With annual rainfall averaging 337 mm (13 in), Nara maintains relatively low precipitation levels throughout the seasons. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives high rainfall, averaging 148 mm (5.8 in) of precipitation, recorded across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month March brings less rainfall, with 0.3 mm (0.01 in) over 0 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Nara Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Nara

Year-round, Nara offers plenty of sunlight to enjoy during your holiday. The difference between the sunniest month, November, with 9.0 hours of daily sunshine, and June, the least sunny month, with 7.5 hours, is minimal.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Wind Speed in Nara

The average wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) to 2 m/s (4 knots). It is lower in August, September, October, November and December and higher in January, February, March, April, May, June and July. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)