🇯🇵 Kyoto Prefecture Weather Report – Month-by-Month Overview
🌨️ January
Cold and crisp. Kyoto City averages 0 to 8°C. Snow is light but possible, especially in northern areas like Miyama. Skies are often clear, with dry air and chilly mornings. Ideal for temple visits and winter illuminations.
🌨️ February
Still wintry. Highs reach 7–10°C, with lows near 1°C. Occasional snowfall in the mountains. Plum blossoms begin blooming at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. Sunshine increases slightly.
🌧️ March
Spring begins. Temperatures rise to 10–15°C. Rainfall increases. Cherry blossoms start budding late in the month. Parks and temple gardens begin to green. Mornings remain cool.
🌸 April
Mild and blooming. Highs reach 15–22°C. Cherry blossoms peak across the prefecture, especially at Maruyama Park, Philosopher’s Path, and Heian Shrine. Rain showers alternate with sunny spells.
🌼 May
Warm and pleasant. Temperatures climb to 18–26°C. Rainfall is light, and skies are mostly clear. Ideal for hiking in Arashiyama and exploring Kyoto’s historic districts. Greenery flourishes.
🌦️ June
Rainy season begins. Highs range from 22–28°C. Humidity rises, and afternoon showers are frequent. Hydrangeas bloom at temples like Mimuroto-ji. Fog may appear in forested areas.
🌧️ July
Hot and wet. Temperatures reach 26–33°C. Rainfall peaks early, then tapers off. Gion Matsuri fills the streets with parades and lanterns. Evenings are muggy. Thunderstorms possible.
☀️ August
Still hot. Highs remain between 28–35°C. Rain is infrequent. Sunshine dominates. Obon festivals and Daimonji bonfires light up the hills. Heat advisories common. Air conditioning essential.
🌧️ September
Transition to autumn. Temperatures ease to 24–30°C. Rain returns due to typhoon activity. Nights begin to cool. Early foliage appears in northern Kyoto and temple gardens.
🍂 October
Cooler and clearer. Highs drop to 17–24°C. Rainfall decreases. Autumn colors begin to show, peaking in late October. Crisp air and blue skies make it ideal for travel and photography.
🌫️ November
Chilly and dry. Highs hover around 12–19°C, with lows near 7°C. Fall foliage peaks at Tōfuku-ji, Eikan-dō, and Kiyomizu-dera. Jackets become necessary. Rain is infrequent.
🌨️ December
Winter returns. Temperatures range from 3 to 11°C. Snow is rare but possible in northern areas. Skies are mostly sunny. Illuminations brighten streets and temple grounds. Air is dry and cool.
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