Niseko Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Niseko, Hokkaido, Japan, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in August, while winters cool to -2°C (28°F) in January.

Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1322 mm (52 in) per year. August is the wettest month and April the driest. May is the sunniest month, averaging 6.6 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Niseko

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Niseko. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -2°C (28°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) in August to around -9°C (16°F) during January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Niseko

Niseko has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1322 mm (52 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 181 mm (7.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month April brings less rainfall, with 81 mm (3.2 in) over 18 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Niseko 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 Niseko

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Niseko. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Humidity in Niseko by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Niseko.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 76%. In April, 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

Data from: Sapporo, Japan (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Niseko 3-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Niseko

During the months of May, June, July and September, Niseko enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 24°C (75°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.

Rainfall during this time ranges from 85 mm (3.3 in) in June to 157 mm (6.2 in) in September. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.

The rainy season falls during August, bringing heavy precipitation.

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