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.
Shirakawa Weather in November
November in Shirakawa brings low temperatures around 12°C (54°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.
Rainfall in Shirakawa in November
As part of the rainy season, Shirakawa sees around 20 days of rain in November, with an average of 189 mm (7.4 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days. Expect fewer clouds and less rain as the month goes on. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities, even though the temperatures are on the cooler side.
Temperature in Shirakawa in November
In November, expect low temperatures in Shirakawa, with highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) at night. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Shirakawa in November
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 113 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and rain.November in Shirakawa can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Shirakawa Temperature in November
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
67%
Precipitation
189 mm (7.4 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
78% *
Sunshine
113 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Fukui, Japan (64 KM, 40 Miles).
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Best Places in Japan in November
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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).
What to Wear in Shirakawa in November
Pack for changing conditions in Shirakawa in November. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
What To Do in Shirakawa in November
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming5/10 -
Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
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