The best times to visit Kurayoshi for ideal weather are

April 23rd to June 24th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kurayoshi Travel Info

Weather in Kurayoshi

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kurayoshi vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 23rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kurayoshi, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 91°F (32.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 76°F (24.4°C) at night.

Kurayoshi Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kurayoshi Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Kurayoshi Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kurayoshi Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 46.1 39.7 33.1
Feb 48.3 41.6 34
Mar 54.8 46.9 37.3
Apr 64.3 55.3 44.5
May 73.9 64.6 54.5
Jun 78.7 71.6 64.7
Jul 87 79.5 72.9
Aug 89.4 81.3 74.6
Sep 81.6 73.7 65.9
Oct 72.3 63.8 54.8
Nov 61.9 53.9 45.4
Dec 50.5 44 36.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 7.8 4.3 0.6
Feb 9.1 5.3 1.1
Mar 12.7 8.3 2.9
Apr 17.9 12.9 6.9
May 23.3 18.1 12.5
Jun 25.9 22 18.2
Jul 30.6 26.4 22.7
Aug 31.9 27.4 23.7
Sep 27.6 23.2 18.8
Oct 22.4 17.7 12.7
Nov 16.6 12.2 7.4
Dec 10.3 6.7 2.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kurayoshi are May, October, and then September. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid December with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of December 17th.

When can you find snow in Kurayoshi? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kurayoshi.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kurayoshi (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 47% 0 6.5
Feb 35% 0 4.3
Mar 34% 0 5
Apr 29% 0 4.7
May 23% 0 4.2
Jun 27% 0 6.3
Jul 30% 0 7.9
Aug 27% 0 6.2
Sep 26% 0 6.5
Oct 26% 0 5
Nov 30% 0 5.1
Dec 45% 0 6.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 47 0 16.5
Feb 35 0 10.9
Mar 34 0 12.7
Apr 29 0 11.9
May 23 0 10.7
Jun 27 0 16
Jul 30 0 20.1
Aug 27 0 15.7
Sep 26 0 16.5
Oct 26 0 12.7
Nov 30 0 13
Dec 45 0 16.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Kurayoshi has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (56.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (70.9%).

Wind in Kurayoshi is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and December. March’s average wind speed of around 6 knots (6.9 MPH or 11.1 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late April where average top sustained speeds reach 12.3 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kurayoshi.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.4 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.7 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 11.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.9 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
May 5.6 Light breeze 11.4 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.9 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.2 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.3 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 5 Light breeze 9.8 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.1 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.8 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 66%
Feb 62.8%
Mar 59%
Apr 56.1%
May 57.6%
Jun 70.7%
Jul 70.9%
Aug 69%
Sep 69.7%
Oct 64.3%
Nov 63.9%
Dec 65.1%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kurayoshi?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for Japan; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 14, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kurayoshi, Japan is February, followed by March and July. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kurayoshi in October. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 48 in October means 48% of the tourists vs. February.

 

 

Overall Kurayoshi Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 76.1°F (24.5°C) and 50.8°F (10.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 11 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see moderate precipitation with 8 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kurayoshi, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.9°F (28.8°C) and 57.6°F (14.2°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 8 to 9 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Kurayoshi to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 10 to 15 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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