The best times to visit Shibukawa for ideal weather are

April 23rd to July 1st

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

 

 


Other Shibukawa Travel Info

Weather in Shibukawa

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shibukawa vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 30th 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 Shibukawa, the hottest months are August, July, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 92.3°F (33.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.1°F (23.9°C) at night.

Shibukawa Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shibukawa 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.

Shibukawa Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shibukawa Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shibukawa 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 47.9 38.5 30.1
Feb 49 39.8 30.9
Mar 56.3 46.3 36.8
Apr 65.7 55.5 45
May 76.2 66 55.7
Jun 81.1 72.3 64
Jul 87.5 79 71.6
Aug 89.9 80.9 73.4
Sep 82.1 73.6 66
Oct 71.9 63.1 55.2
Nov 61.4 52.3 43.8
Dec 52.4 43 34.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 8.8 3.6 -1.1
Feb 9.4 4.3 -0.6
Mar 13.5 7.9 2.7
Apr 18.7 13.1 7.2
May 24.6 18.9 13.2
Jun 27.3 22.4 17.8
Jul 30.8 26.1 22
Aug 32.2 27.2 23
Sep 27.8 23.1 18.9
Oct 22.2 17.3 12.9
Nov 16.3 11.3 6.6
Dec 11.3 6.1 1.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shibukawa are January, December, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early January. For example, on the week of January 1st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Shibukawa? Weather stations report moderate or seasonal snow likely to be deepest around February, especially close to early to mid February. The best time to ski (if at all) in Shibukawa is often around around February 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 Shibukawa.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shibukawa (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 6% 0 0.8
Feb 15% 5.6 2.8
Mar 17% 0 2
Apr 21% 0 3.5
May 23% 0 4.4
Jun 33% 0 6.5
Jul 38% 0 7.6
Aug 32% 0 6.8
Sep 28% 0 8.5
Oct 21% 0 5.2
Nov 15% 0 2.3
Dec 11% 0 1.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 6 0 2
Feb 15 14.2 7.1
Mar 17 0 5.1
Apr 21 0 8.9
May 23 0 11.2
Jun 33 0 16.5
Jul 38 0 19.3
Aug 32 0 17.3
Sep 28 0 21.6
Oct 21 0 13.2
Nov 15 0 5.8
Dec 11 0 3.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Shibukawa has some humid months, and slightly dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is January (36.8% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (64.1%).

Wind in Shibukawa is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and January. March’s average wind speed of around 6.5 knots (7.5 MPH or 12 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 early to mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 12 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.2 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.3 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Mar 6.5 Light breeze 11.6 Gentle breeze
Apr 5.9 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
May 5.6 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jun 4.6 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze
Jul 4.3 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.3 Light breeze 8 Gentle breeze
Sep 4.7 Light breeze 8.3 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.8 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 5.3 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 10.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 36.8%
Feb 39.1%
Mar 38.5%
Apr 42.7%
May 45.3%
Jun 59.1%
Jul 64.1%
Aug 62.3%
Sep 60.9%
Oct 55.6%
Nov 49.9%
Dec 43.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shibukawa?

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 Shibukawa, 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 Shibukawa 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 Shibukawa Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 79.1°F (26.2°C) and 51.2°F (10.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 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 quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 12 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Shibukawa, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 85.3°F (29.6°C) and 57°F (13.9°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 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 Shibukawa to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 55.4°F (13°C) and 46.7°F (8.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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