Shiga Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shiga, Japan in November.

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Otsu Hikone Kusatsu Nagahama

Thinking about venturing to Shiga, Japan this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Shiga in November

Shiga, Japan is a region in Japan. November in Shiga generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Otsu.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Shiga, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kusatsu with an average of 77 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Nagahama with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Otsu typically sees 140 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in Shiga in November

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Shiga

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in Shiga, Japan?

Temperature range in Shiga (November)

Precipitation variation in Shiga (November)

Otsu

In November Otsu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
140 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
156 mm (6.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Otsu →

Hikone

In November Hikone generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
140 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Hikone →

Kusatsu

In November Kusatsu generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
140 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
77 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kusatsu →

Nagahama

In November Nagahama generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
7°C (45°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
140 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
172 mm (6.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Nagahama →

Omihachiman

In November Omihachiman generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
140 hours
138 hours
Monthly rainfall
157 mm (6.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Omihachiman →

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shiga in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Otsu 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Hikone 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Kusatsu 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Nagahama 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Omihachiman 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Higashiomi 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

Shiga weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shiga, Japan in November?

November in Shiga, Japan brings tolerable weather. In Otsu, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Shiga, Japan in November?

Daytime temperatures in Otsu peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in November, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Shiga, Japan get a lot of rain in November?

November is on the drier side in Shiga, Japan. Otsu averages only about 80 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Shiga, Japan?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Otsu, November might be a good time to visit Shiga, Japan. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May and October provide pleasant weather in Otsu. The weather in January, February, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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