Our verdict
The best time to visit Takayama is September-October
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 29℃ (84℉). In the colder months such as January, temperatures usually get down to an average minimum of -10℃ (15℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Takayama are usually in May, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. The wet season in Takayama usually falls during the months surrounding July each year. It’s not uncommon to get some decent rainfall or light showers during this time, but on some days the weather tends to be fine for a majority of the day, with only a few drops of rain falling from a passing shower.
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Takayama seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Takayama as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Takayama 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 Takayama
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 Takayama 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.
Takayama 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 Takayama 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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Takayama in January
- Average temperature: -5℃ (22℉)
- Average high temperature: -2℃ (29℉)
- Average low temperature: -10℃ (15℉)
- Average humidity: 91%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 115mm (5") over 10 days
- Average snow days: 25 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama 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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Takayama in February
- Average temperature: -4℃ (24℉)
- Average high temperature: -0℃ (31℉)
- Average low temperature: -9℃ (16℉)
- Average humidity: 89%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 103mm (4") over 12 days
- Average snow days: 18 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama 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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Takayama in March
- Average temperature: -0℃ (32℉)
- Average high temperature: 4℃ (39℉)
- Average low temperature: -5℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 136mm (5") over 16 days
- Average snow days: 14 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama 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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Takayama in April
- Average temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average high temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 135mm (5") over 18 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in April, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Takayama in May
- Average temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average high temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (42℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 119mm (5") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in May, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Takayama in June
- Average temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average high temperature: 20℃ (69℉)
- Average low temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 145mm (6") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in June, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
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Takayama in July
- Average temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
- Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average low temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average humidity: 88%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 220mm (9") over 26 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in July, 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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Takayama in August
- Average temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average low temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 185mm (7") over 27 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in August, 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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Takayama in September
- Average temperature: 16℃ (60℉)
- Average high temperature: 21℃ (70℉)
- Average low temperature: 12℃ (53℉)
- Average humidity: 87%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 147mm (6") over 20 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in September, make sure you pack a coat or jumper for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.
Takayama in October
- Average temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
- Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
- Average low temperature: 6℃ (43℉)
- Average humidity: 85%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 149mm (6") over 17 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in October, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.
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Takayama in November
- Average temperature: 4℃ (40℉)
- Average high temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
- Average low temperature: 0℃ (33℉)
- Average humidity: 84%
- Average sunny days: 11 days
- Average rainfall: 90mm (4") over 17 days
- Average snow days: 4 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama in November, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.
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Takayama in December
- Average temperature: -2℃ (28℉)
- Average high temperature: 1℃ (34℉)
- Average low temperature: -6℃ (22℉)
- Average humidity: 88%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 143mm (6") over 15 days
- Average snow days: 19 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Takayama 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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