City Trips Potential
Excellent
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
May, June, October
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Nikko for a city trip is May, June, October, 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.
Climate Heatmap
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Monthly weather & climate data for Nikko
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 38Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 0° | 39 |
February | 38Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 0° | 42 |
March | 36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 4° | 78 |
April | 55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 10° | 106 |
May | 83Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 15° | 127 |
June | 80Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 19° | 192 |
July | 50Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 23° | 212 |
August | 52Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 24° | 240 |
September | 55Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 20° | 242 |
October | 77Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 14° | 146 |
November | 46Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 8° | 72 |
December | 38Poor Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 2° | 42 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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