Matsumoto Climate by Month
The climate in Matsumoto is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Matsumoto, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a chilly 2°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -8°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Matsumoto experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2061 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Matsumoto, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 260 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 22 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 119 mm over 17 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Matsumoto enjoys sunny spells year-round. May sees up to 7.0 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. January, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.3 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Matsumoto.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Matsumoto in Japan
During the months of June and September 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:
August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 260 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 119 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 209 hours of sunshine.
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