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.
Hakone in June sees high daytime temperatures of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 18°C (64°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 255 mm (10 in) of rainfall for the month.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May and August typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Hakone typically stay consistent throughout June, with daily highs averaging around 24°C (75°F). Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 19°C (66°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 Hakone spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 50 years of weather records for Hakone, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Japan in June →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in June mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in June - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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