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City Trips Potential

86/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

May, October, April

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

4°C – 27°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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Planning a city trip to Nara?

The best time to visit Nara for a city trip is May, October, April, 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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Climate Heatmap

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Nara

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
38Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
44
February
36Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
60
March
42Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
106
April
79Good
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
13°114
May
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°131
June
67Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
22°202
July
33Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 20Weather conditions can vary significantly.
26°205
August
30Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
27°118
September
59Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°170
October
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.
18°118
November
75Good
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
12°61
December
40Poor
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
45

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

Quick summary: visiting Nara

When is the best time to visit Nara for city trips?

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The best time to visit Nara for city trips is typically in May, October, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Nara?

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Rainy season typically: June–July. It is generally better to avoid these months for city trips.

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