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.
Thinking of visiting Hakodate in November? Expect low temperatures reaching 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
November in Hakodate has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Hakodate typically drop from around 13°C (55°F) at the start of November to approximately 7°C (45°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 5°C (41°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Hakodate spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Hakodate spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in November →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hakodate in November. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in November - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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