OkinawaOkinawa
JapanClimate score
Average high: 23 °C 16 rainy days (est.) 23 °C sea
- Best months: April, October, November, December
Best time to visit Japan
Japan covers 8 destinations in our climate comparison. Purely on climate, the most rewarding months across the region are June, April and May, when daily highs average around 23 °C. Climate averages, estimates and model scores are not a forecast.
Destinations in Japan, ranked by climate
Okinawa
TokyoTokyo
JapanClimate score
Average high: 18 °C 12 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: April, May, June, October
OsakaOsaka
JapanClimate score
Average high: 18 °C 11 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: April, May, June, October
KyotoKyoto
JapanClimate score
Average high: 17 °C 12 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: April, May, June, October
NaganoNagano
JapanClimate score
Average high: 19 °C 13 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: May, June, September
TakayamaTakayama
JapanClimate score
Average high: 21 °C 16 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
SapporoSapporo
JapanClimate score
Average high: 20 °C 10 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
NisekoNiseko
JapanClimate score
Average high: 19 °C 10 rainy days (est.)
- Best months: June, July, August, September
Climate overview for Japan
The highest overall climate score in Japan goes to Okinawa (67/100). 1 of the 8 destinations are coastal, so beach and swimming weather is a key factor in the ranking below.
Pick a destination for its full month-by-month guide, or use the best months above as a starting point. If your dates are fixed, compare the individual destinations for that month; if you are flexible, June, April and May offer the most reliable conditions across Japan.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Japan?
Climatically the best months across Japan are June, April and May. The ideal month still depends on the specific destination and your travel style.
Which destination in Japan has the best climate?
By overall climate score, Okinawa leads with 67/100 — see the full ranking below.