Kyoto weather in Za- (Kyoto, Japan)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Kyoto this Za-? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In Za-, the weather in Kyoto generally includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of Za-. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 9°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately -0°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Precipitation

Kyoto in Za- usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 21 days of snow/rain.

Average sunshine

With about 124 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, Za- may not be the ideal month to visit Kyoto. May and October typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kyoto climate page with graphs.

 

Kyoto, monthly averages in Za-

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 66%  

Sunshine 124 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Japan in Za-

Find out more about the weather in Japan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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