Minobu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Minobu, Fuji Five Lakes, Japan, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 28°C (82°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in January.
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 2589 mm (102 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has a distinct rainy season from March to October. September is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Minobu
In Minobu, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August to a chilly 5°C (41°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 19°C (66°F) in August to -5°C (23°F) in January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Minobu
Minobu experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 2589 mm (102 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Minobu bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, September, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 333 mm (13 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 97 mm (3.8 in) over 11 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Minobu 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 Minobu
In Minobu, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.8 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. September sees a soft sun for only 4.0 hours per average day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Minobu by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Minobu.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 82%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Minobu 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Minobu
The best time to visit Minobu is during May, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures of 20°C (68°F). With rainfall of 217 mm (8.5 in), you can expect generally favorable weather for your visit during this period.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, the wettest period of the year. Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
