The best times to visit Shiojiri for ideal weather are

May 14th to July 8th

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

 

 


Other Shiojiri Travel Info

Weather in Shiojiri

Temperature

Average temperatures in Shiojiri 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 25th 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 Shiojiri, 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 86.4°F (30.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 68.9°F (20.5°C) at night.

Shiojiri Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Shiojiri 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.

Shiojiri Perceived Temperature (F)

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Shiojiri Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Shiojiri 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 37.9 29.4 19.9
Feb 40.6 31.8 21.8
Mar 49.1 39.3 29.2
Apr 59.7 49.3 38.2
May 70.2 59.5 48.4
Jun 76.2 66.9 58.9
Jul 82.5 73.9 67
Aug 84.6 75.4 68.2
Sep 76.3 67.7 60.1
Oct 65.2 56.2 47.8
Nov 53.9 45 36.3
Dec 43.4 35.4 27

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 3.3 -1.4 -6.7
Feb 4.8 -0.1 -5.7
Mar 9.5 4.1 -1.6
Apr 15.4 9.6 3.4
May 21.2 15.3 9.1
Jun 24.6 19.4 14.9
Jul 28.1 23.3 19.4
Aug 29.2 24.1 20.1
Sep 24.6 19.8 15.6
Oct 18.4 13.4 8.8
Nov 12.2 7.2 2.4
Dec 6.3 1.9 -2.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Shiojiri are January, December, and then February. 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 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Shiojiri? 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 Shiojiri.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Shiojiri (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 11% 0 1.4
Feb 17% 0 2.6
Mar 24% 0 4
Apr 24% 0 3.8
May 24% 0 4.5
Jun 33% 0 6.3
Jul 37% 0 8.5
Aug 28% 0 6.3
Sep 27% 0 6.6
Oct 22% 0 4.4
Nov 20% 0 3.1
Dec 14% 0 1.9

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 11 0 3.6
Feb 17 0 6.6
Mar 24 0 10.2
Apr 24 0 9.7
May 24 0 11.4
Jun 33 0 16
Jul 37 0 21.6
Aug 28 0 16
Sep 27 0 16.8
Oct 22 0 11.2
Nov 20 0 7.9
Dec 14 0 4.8

 

Humidity and Wind

Shiojiri has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is April (50.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (68%).

Wind in Shiojiri is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by April and February. March’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 mid March where average top sustained speeds reach 16.1 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.8 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Mar 7.4 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Apr 7.3 Gentle breeze 15 Significant breeze
May 6.7 Light breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Jul 5.1 Light breeze 10.7 Significant breeze
Aug 5.3 Light breeze 11 Significant breeze
Sep 5.7 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Oct 5.9 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Nov 5.7 Light breeze 12 Significant breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.3%
Feb 56.7%
Mar 51.1%
Apr 50.2%
May 51.2%
Jun 62.7%
Jul 68%
Aug 66.5%
Sep 67.4%
Oct 66%
Nov 63.4%
Dec 59.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Shiojiri?

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 Shiojiri, 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 Shiojiri 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 Shiojiri Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 72.8°F (22.7°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 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 comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 9 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Shiojiri, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 79.5°F (26.4°C) and 49.7°F (9.8°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 6 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 far too cold this time of year in Shiojiri to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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