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Backpacking Potential

83/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

October, May, April

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

4°C – 26°C

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Hiroshima?

The best time to visit Hiroshima for backpacking is October, May, April, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Hiroshima

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
41Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
4°55
February
41Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
5°70
March
42Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
8°122
April
74Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°141
May
80Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°158
June
50Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
21°280
July
50Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 20Weather conditions can vary significantly.
25°291
August
67Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°151
September
68Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
23°186
October
83Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
17°106
November
69Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°74
December
44Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
7°61

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Hiroshima

When is the best time to visit Hiroshima for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Hiroshima for backpacking is typically in October, May, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Hiroshima?

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Rainy season typically: May–September. It is generally better to avoid these months for backpacking.

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