Our verdict
The best time to visit Kyoto is March-May
During the warmer months, temperatures in Kyoto can rise to a maximum of 34℃ (93℉). The weather at night in the winter can get down to temperatures as low as -3℃ (27℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Kyoto are usually in August, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. July sees the most amount of rain in a month if you’re ok with chancing getting drenched, so if you’re looking to stay dry, visit in November instead.
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Kyoto seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Kyoto as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Kyoto is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Kyoto
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Kyoto for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Kyoto climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Kyoto for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Kyoto in January
- Average temperature: 3℃ (37℉)
- Average high temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average low temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 39mm (2") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 10 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Kyoto in February
- Average temperature: 4℃ (38℉)
- Average high temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (32℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 14 days
- Average snow days: 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in February, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Kyoto in March
- Average temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 12 days
- Average rainfall: 60mm (2") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 3 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in March, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Kyoto in April
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (44℉)
- Average humidity: 75%
- Average sunny days: 14 days
- Average rainfall: 73mm (3") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Kyoto in May
- Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average high temperature: 23℃ (73℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (54℉)
- Average humidity: 73%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 68mm (3") over 13 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in May, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Kyoto in June
- Average temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 65mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
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Kyoto in July
- Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (85℉)
- Average low temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 115mm (5") over 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Kyoto in August
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 31℃ (87℉)
- Average low temperature: 22℃ (72℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 93mm (4") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and shorts.. It stays pretty warm most of the time.
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Kyoto in September
- Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average low temperature: 18℃ (65℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 13 days
- Average rainfall: 86mm (3") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.
Kyoto in October
- Average temperature: 16℃ (61℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 88mm (3") over 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in October, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Kyoto in November
- Average temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 14℃ (58℉)
- Average low temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 32mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Kyoto in December
- Average temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: 2℃ (36℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 10 days
- Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Kyoto in December, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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