Nozawa Onsen Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Monthly Temperature in Nozawa Onsen

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Nozawa Onsen. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C (37°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 20°C (68°F) in August to -5°C (23°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Nozawa Onsen

Nozawa Onsen has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2203 mm (87 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Nozawa Onsen experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 263 mm (10 in) in July, the wettest month, and 128 mm (5 in) in April, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Nozawa Onsen 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 Nozawa Onsen

Nozawa Onsen can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 2.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Humidity in Nozawa Onsen by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Nozawa Onsen.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year