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Outdoor activities Potential

64/100

Suboptimal

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

2°C – 24°C

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Precipitation

Seasonal (check heatmap)

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The best time to visit Mount Fuji for hiking is May, October, April, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Summer offers the most reliable hiking conditions in Mount Fuji, with open trails and longer daylight hours.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Mount Fuji

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
47Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
57
February
41Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
66
March
30Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
126
April
60Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°134
May
64Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
16°149
June
51Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
19°206
July
37Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly.
23°193
August
29Poor
Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 20Weather conditions can vary significantly.
24°223
September
47Poor
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 20Weather conditions can vary significantly.
21°235
October
62Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.
15°183
November
60Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°91
December
48Poor
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
51

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

Quick summary: visiting Mount Fuji

When is the best time to visit Mount Fuji for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Mount Fuji for outdoor activities is typically in May, October, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Mount Fuji?

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Rainy season typically: June–October. It is generally better to avoid these months for outdoor activities.

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