The best times to visit Shinshinotsu for ideal weather are

May 21st to October 7th

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

 

 


Other Shinshinotsu Travel Info

Weather in Shinshinotsu

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shinshinotsu vary drastically. 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 24th 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 Shinshinotsu, 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 82.9°F (28.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.7°F (19.3°C) at night.

Shinshinotsu Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shinshinotsu 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.

Shinshinotsu Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shinshinotsu Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shinshinotsu 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 28.5 22.6 14.5
Feb 30.6 24 14.6
Mar 38.5 31.7 23.5
Apr 52.1 42.8 33
May 63.7 53.4 43.6
Jun 72.8 62.6 54.2
Jul 78.1 69.1 61.8
Aug 80.2 71.3 63.8
Sep 73.4 64.2 55.2
Oct 59.9 51.3 41.9
Nov 46.1 39.2 31.4
Dec 33.8 28.3 21.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan -1.9 -5.2 -9.7
Feb -0.8 -4.4 -9.7
Mar 3.6 -0.2 -4.7
Apr 11.2 6 0.6
May 17.6 11.9 6.4
Jun 22.7 17 12.3
Jul 25.6 20.6 16.6
Aug 26.8 21.8 17.7
Sep 23 17.9 12.9
Oct 15.5 10.7 5.5
Nov 7.8 4 -0.3
Dec 1 -2.1 -6

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shinshinotsu are June, April, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid January with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of January 8th.

When can you find snow in Shinshinotsu? 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 Shinshinotsu.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shinshinotsu (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 52% 0 6.1
Feb 40% 0 3.2
Mar 27% 0 2.3
Apr 20% 0 2.5
May 25% 0 2.9
Jun 17% 0 2.9
Jul 24% 0 4
Aug 25% 0 6
Sep 32% 0 6.7
Oct 32% 0 4.3
Nov 38% 0 5
Dec 50% 0 5.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 52 0 15.5
Feb 40 0 8.1
Mar 27 0 5.8
Apr 20 0 6.4
May 25 0 7.4
Jun 17 0 7.4
Jul 24 0 10.2
Aug 25 0 15.2
Sep 32 0 17
Oct 32 0 10.9
Nov 38 0 12.7
Dec 50 0 15

 

Humidity and Wind

Shinshinotsu has some very humid months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (57.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (75.8%).

Wind in Shinshinotsu is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by April and March. May’s average wind speed of around 7.4 knots (8.5 MPH or 13.7 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 15.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 6.1 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 12.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6.7 Light breeze 12.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.2 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
May 7.4 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jun 6.1 Light breeze 11.5 Significant breeze
Jul 6.1 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Aug 6 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Sep 5.8 Light breeze 11.2 Significant breeze
Oct 6.4 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Nov 6.5 Light breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Dec 6.5 Light breeze 11.9 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 73.9%
Feb 68.3%
Mar 64.7%
Apr 57.1%
May 62.9%
Jun 71.6%
Jul 75.8%
Aug 74.6%
Sep 72.9%
Oct 69%
Nov 71.3%
Dec 73.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shinshinotsu?

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 Shinshinotsu, 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 Shinshinotsu 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 Shinshinotsu Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°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 the least precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Shinshinotsu, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 77°F (25°C) and 39.6°F (4.2°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a good amount: 10 to 11 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 Shinshinotsu to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 11 to 16 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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