Best Time to Visit Shiga Kogen for Winter Activities | Weather by Month

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Winter Activities Potential

98/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

January, February, March

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-3°C – 22°C

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❄️ Planning a winter trip to Shiga Kogen?

The best time to visit Shiga Kogen for winter activities is January, February, March, when conditions are ideal for experiences like northern lights, dog sledding, and snow excursions. If you're planning your trip during this period, it’s a good idea to explore available tours and places to stay in advance.

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See at a glance which months offer the best winter activities conditions — based on temperature, rainfall and climate scores.

Winter months in Shiga Kogen offer the highest chances of seeing the northern lights and enjoying snow-based activities.

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Winter Activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Shiga Kogen

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	98Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	-3°	1°	62	22.5	78%	shoulder
February	95Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	-2°	2°	51	19.6	77%	shoulder
March	50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	1°	6°	74	20.8	71%	shoulder
April	20Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	7°	13°	93	17.4	69%	shoulder
May	19Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	13°	18°	112	18.1	72%	shoulder
June	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	16°	21°	174	20.9	82%	wet
July	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.	21°	25°	218	23.7	85%	wet
August	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.	22°	26°	212	23.6	81%	wet
September	1Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 0Weather conditions can vary significantly.	18°	22°	215	21.3	84%	wet
October	15Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly.	11°	16°	133	16.9	81%	shoulder
November	35Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	5°	10°	77	16.6	77%	shoulder
December	50Suboptimal Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	0°	4°	58	22.9	75%	shoulder