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Takayama Climate by Month

The temperature in Takayama can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to cold. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Takayama. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a chilly 2°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -6°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Takayama has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1834 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The climate in Takayama shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in July, with an average of 238 mm of precipitation over 22 rainy days.

In contrast, November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 106 mm of rainfall over 17 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Takayama offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between May (7.0 hours daily) and January (4.3 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nagano, Japan (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nagano, Japan (16 KM, 10 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Takayama in Japan

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

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Takayama?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July, August, September and October.
  • Which is the warmest month in Takayama?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Takayama?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Takayama?
    July tops the wettest month list with 238 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Takayama?
    November is the driest month with 106 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Takayama?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 209 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Takayama

    Thu   Dec 12
    1°C | -5°C
    N 14 km/h
    2.6 mm
    broken clouds and  chance of snow

    broken clouds and chance of snow

    Fri   Dec 13
    4°C | -6°C
    N 7 km/h
    overcast and no rain

    overcast and no rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    1°C | -5°C
    N 11 km/h
    24 mm
    partly cloudy and snow

    partly cloudy and snow