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Otari Climate by Month

The temperature in Otari can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months, and very cold during the cooler months. It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Otari can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a very cold 1°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -6°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Otari is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3012 mm. The seasons in Otari, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, July, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 389 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 22 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, April, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 178 mm over 17 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Otari, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 5.9 hours in April. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 2.7 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Hakuba, Japan (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Hakuba, Japan (10 KM, 6 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Otari in Japan

During the months of June, July and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

The average rainfall figures in Otari are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose April which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Otari?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Otari?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Otari?
    July tops the wettest month list with 389 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Otari?
    April is the driest month with 178 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Otari?
    April is the sunniest month with an average of 177 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Otari

    Sat   Dec 14
    -2°C | -6°C
    NW 11 km/h
    38 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow

    Sun   Dec 15
    2°C | -8°C
    W 7 km/h
    23 mm
    overcast and snow

    overcast and snow

    Mon   Dec 16
    1°C | -4°C
    W 4 km/h
    19 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow