City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
October, May, June
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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Planning a city trip to Kyoto?
The best time to visit Kyoto for a city trip is October, May, June, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.
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Monthly weather & climate data for Kyoto
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 33Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 3° | 111 |
February | 33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 3° | 97 |
March | 33Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 6° | 127 |
April | 70Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 12° | 120 |
May | 84Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 17° | 140 |
June | 76Good Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 21° | 206 |
July | 43Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 20Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 25° | 228 |
August | 38Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 26° | 141 |
September | 68Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 22° | 191 |
October | 85Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 16° | 127 |
November | 63Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 10° | 93 |
December | 33Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 5° | 116 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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