Weather radar Kyoto
Real-time precipitation radar · Kansai · Japan
Kyoto climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Kyoto shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 9.3° | 10.3° | 15.5° | 20.9° | 24.1° | 28.1° | 33° | 33.5° | 30.7° | 23.8° | 18.1° | 11.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 1.3° | 2.1° | 6° | 10.8° | 14.7° | 20° | 25.3° | 25.9° | 23.3° | 15.7° | 9° | 3.3° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 50 | 66 | 132 | 157 | 198 | 223 | 241 | 231 | 139 | 132 | 79 | 51 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 13 | 11 | 6 | 8 |
| Sunshine hours | 233 | 223 | 246 | 264 | 267 | 264 | 306 | 300 | 261 | 251 | 236 | 237 |
| Humidity | 74% | 72% | 70% | 69% | 72% | 77% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 76% | 76% | 75% |
Best time to visit Kyoto
The best time to visit Kyoto is typically November. In this month the average high is 18.1°C, precipitation is 79 mm and sunshine duration is 236 hours. The annual average high is 21.6°C, total annual precipitation is 1699 mm (140 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3088 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kyoto
How up to date is the weather radar for Kyoto?
The weather radar for Kyoto is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Kyoto?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Kyoto: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Kyoto?
The thunderstorm potential for Kyoto is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Kyoto.
What is the climate like in Kyoto?
Kyoto has an annual average high of 21.6°C. The warmest month is August (avg high 33.5°C), the coldest January (avg low 1.3°C). The wettest month is July with 241 mm, the driest January with 50 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1699 mm (140 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3088 hours.