Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Yubari.
Yubari, Hokkaido, Japan, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 25°C (77°F) and January dropping to -2°C (28°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1272 mm (50 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has warm summers and very cold winters. August is the wettest month. The sunniest month is May, with 6.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Yubari - and find the best time to visit.
Visitors to Yubari can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August to a very cold -2°C (28°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in August to -11°C (12°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Yubari is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1272 mm (50 in). The seasons in Yubari bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 188 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, February, experiences much less snowfall, totaling 67 mm (2.6 in) over 23 snowy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Yubari Precipitation page.
In Yubari, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 6.6 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 2.9 hours per average day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Yubari.
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.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
June typically offers the most optimal weather in Yubari. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Yubari has warm summers and very cold winters.
Daytime highs range from -2°C (28°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -11°C (12°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1272 mm (50 in). August is the wettest month with 188 mm (7.4 in), while February is the driest with 67 mm (2.6 in).
Yubari receives around 1,749 hours of sunshine per year. May is the sunniest month with 199 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 87 hours.
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