Nara Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Nara, near Osaka, was founded in 710 and was the capital of Japan at the time. The city is rich in ancient buildings and temples.
Nara has a temperate maritime climate, with warm to hot summers and high humidity. Due to the maritime influence, temperatures below freezing are rare, but summers can feel quite clammy.
Monthly Temperature in Nara
In Nara, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in August to a chilly 10°C (50°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 24°C (75°F) in August to 1°C (34°F) in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Nara
Nara experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1508 mm (59 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Nara bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 211 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 66 mm (2.6 in) over 15 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. 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
Nara enjoys sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 7.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. February, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.7 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Nara by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nara.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 70%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 59%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Nara 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Nara
The best time to visit Nara is during April, May, October and November, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 18°C (64°F) and 25°C (77°F). With rainfall of 80 mm (3.1 in) to 158 mm (6.2 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during June, July and September, 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.
