🇯🇵 Hyōgo Prefecture Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
🌨️ January
Cold and dry. Kobe averages 2 to 9°C. Snow is rare along the Seto Inland Sea coast but more frequent in northern areas like Toyooka and the Tajima region. Skies are often clear, with brisk winds and low humidity.
🌨️ February
Still chilly. Highs reach 8–11°C, with lows near 2°C. Occasional snowfall inland. Plum blossoms begin blooming in parks around Himeji and Akashi. Sunshine increases slightly, and mornings remain frosty.
🌧️ March
Spring begins. Temperatures rise to 10–15°C. Rainfall increases. Snow melts in northern areas, replaced by rain. Early blossoms appear in gardens and castle grounds. Fog may form in valleys.
🌸 April
Mild and blooming. Highs reach 15–21°C. Cherry blossoms peak across the prefecture, especially at Himeji Castle, Shukugawa Park, and Akashi Park. Rain showers alternate with sunny spells.
🌼 May
Warm and pleasant. Temperatures climb to 18–25°C. Rainfall is light, and skies are mostly clear. Ideal for hiking in the Rokko Mountains and coastal visits to Awaji Island. Greenery flourishes.
🌦️ June
Start of the rainy season. Highs range from 22–28°C. Humidity rises, and afternoon showers are frequent. Rivers swell, and rice paddies fill. Misty mornings are common in rural areas.
🌧️ July
Hot and wet. Temperatures reach 26–32°C. Rainfall peaks early, then tapers off. Summer festivals begin, including fireworks displays in Kobe and Himeji. Evenings stay warm and muggy.
☀️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 28–34°C. Rain is infrequent, and sunshine dominates. Coastal breezes offer relief. Popular for beach outings and mountain escapes. Heat advisories are common.
🌧️ September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 24–30°C. Rain returns due to typhoon activity. Nights begin to cool, and early foliage appears in higher elevations. Harvest season begins.
🍂 October
Cooler and clearer. Highs drop to 17–24°C. Rainfall decreases, and autumn colors peak in forests and temple grounds. Crisp air makes it ideal for travel and scenic drives.
🌫️ November
Chilly and damp. Highs hover around 12–19°C, with lows near 7°C. Rain is frequent, and fog blankets valleys. Early frosts appear in mountainous areas. Fall foliage lingers in parks and gardens.
🌨️ December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from 4 to 11°C. Snowfall resumes inland and in ski resorts like Kannabe. Coastal cities see more rain than snow. Illuminations brighten city streets and castle grounds.
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