The best times to visit Nakafurano for ideal weather are

May 28th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Nakafurano Travel Info

Weather in Nakafurano

Temperature

Average temperatures in Nakafurano vary an incredible amount. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 21st 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 Nakafurano, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 83.8°F (28.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65.5°F (18.6°C) at night.

Nakafurano Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Nakafurano 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.

Nakafurano Perceived Temperature (F)

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Nakafurano Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Nakafurano 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 26.1 19.2 9.5
Feb 28.9 21.1 9.5
Mar 37.5 29.7 19.6
Apr 51.6 41.7 30.7
May 64.8 53.4 41.8
Jun 74.6 63.8 53.6
Jul 80 70 61.1
Aug 80.5 70.9 62.4
Sep 72.5 62.3 53
Oct 58.7 48.8 38.9
Nov 43.5 36.3 28.5
Dec 31.4 25.3 17.1

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -3.3 -7.1 -12.5
Feb -1.7 -6.1 -12.5
Mar 3.1 -1.3 -6.9
Apr 10.9 5.4 -0.7
May 18.2 11.9 5.4
Jun 23.7 17.7 12
Jul 26.7 21.1 16.2
Aug 26.9 21.6 16.9
Sep 22.5 16.8 11.7
Oct 14.8 9.3 3.8
Nov 6.4 2.4 -1.9
Dec -0.3 -3.7 -8.3

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Nakafurano are June, April, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late May to early June. For example, on the week of May 28th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late November with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of November 19th.

When can you find snow in Nakafurano? Weather stations report very large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to mid January. The best time to ski (if at all) in Nakafurano is often around around March 12th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Nakafurano.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Nakafurano (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 34% 17.3 2.8
Feb 29% 20.2 2
Mar 25% 17.2 2.3
Apr 20% 6.1 3
May 24% 0 2.4
Jun 20% 0 3
Jul 25% 0 4.8
Aug 29% 0 6.4
Sep 35% 0 6.2
Oct 37% 0.4 4.4
Nov 45% 3.2 4.8
Dec 46% 9.3 4.2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 34 43.9 7.1
Feb 29 51.3 5.1
Mar 25 43.7 5.8
Apr 20 15.5 7.6
May 24 0 6.1
Jun 20 0 7.6
Jul 25 0 12.2
Aug 29 0 16.3
Sep 35 0 15.7
Oct 37 1 11.2
Nov 45 8.1 12.2
Dec 46 23.6 10.7

 

Humidity and Wind

Nakafurano has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (53.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (74%).

Wind in Nakafurano is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and March. May’s average wind speed of around 7 knots (8.1 MPH or 13 KPH) is considered “a gentle 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 15.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.2 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze
Feb 5.9 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 13.9 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.9 Light breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
May 7 Gentle breeze 14.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.4 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 11.4 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.1 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Sep 4.9 Light breeze 11.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.8 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Nov 6 Light breeze 12.5 Gentle breeze
Dec 6.2 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 73%
Feb 66.8%
Mar 62.3%
Apr 53.7%
May 56.3%
Jun 64.1%
Jul 68.4%
Aug 70.7%
Sep 71.9%
Oct 69.4%
Nov 73.4%
Dec 74%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Nakafurano?

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 Nakafurano, Japan is January, followed by March and April. 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 Nakafurano in December. 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 73.3 in December means 73.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Nakafurano Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.4°F (22.4°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) with far warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 6 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 6 to 9 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Nakafurano, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 75.9°F (24.4°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 10 to 13 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 far too cold this time of year in Nakafurano to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 34.6°F (1.4°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 8 to 14 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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