Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
When exploring climate, sunlight hours tell an important story. This page shows the total number of hours of direct sunlight per month and the average hours per day in Nagaizumi, Shizuoka, Japan. Long-term data from 1990 to 2020 was used to calculate these averages.
If you're visiting Nagaizumi, timing is key. In January, you can enjoy up to 204 hours of sunshine, while the shorter days of September provide just 120 hours. The total annual amount of sun is 1967 hours.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite obvious in Nagaizumi. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.8 hours, September marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Nagaizumi enjoys an average of 1967 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.
In contrast, Juneau, Alaska, receives only about 1523 hours of sunshine per year and is known for its very short days in winter and frequently overcast conditions.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.
In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.
September, Nagaizumi’s wettest month, receives 194 mm (7.6 in) of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 26°C (79°F). During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F).
For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Nagaizumi Precipitation page.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nagaizumi - and find the best time to visit.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
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