Best time to visit Nara
The best months to visit Nara are May, June and October, based on month-by-month temperature and rainfall data. The full year of weather, daylight, holidays, and festival timing is below.
May, June and October score best for Nara weather:
- May22° / 13°CMay is mild and green, excellent for Naramachi and Nishinokyo walks.
- June26° / 18°CJune is the rainiest month, so keep museum and garden stops flexible.
- October21° / 13°COctober is comfortable, good for deer-park walks and early autumn color.
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By TripSapien Research · Updated May 20, 2026
Nara weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain (mm) | Rainy days | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7° | 0° | 63 | 6 | 10h |
| February | 8° | 0° | 71 | 6 | 11h |
| March | 12° | 3° | 109 | 8 | 12h |
| April | 17° | 8° | 114 | 8 | 13h |
| MayBest weather | 22° | 13° | 133 | 7 | 14h |
| JuneBest weather | 26° | 18° | 185 | 9 | 14h |
| July | 29° | 22° | 154 | 9 | 14h |
| August | 31° | 23° | 95 | 8 | 13h |
| September | 27° | 19° | 150 | 8 | 12h |
| OctoberBest weather | 21° | 13° | 140 | 7 | 11h |
| November | 15° | 7° | 81 | 6 | 10h |
| December | 9° | 2° | 61 | 5 | 10h |
Temperatures in °C. Long-term monthly averages.
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Nara month by month
January
Nara in January: 6.9°C high, -0.5°C low, 63mm rain over 6 days, 9.9h daylight. Cold and clearer — short daylight but skies open.
February
Nara in February: 8.2°C high, 0.1°C low, 71mm rain over 6 days, 10.7h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
March
Nara in March: 12°C high, 2.7°C low, 109mm rain over 8 days, 11.7h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
April
Nara in April: 17.4°C high, 7.9°C low, 114mm rain over 8 days, 12.9h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
MayBest weather
Nara in May: 22.3°C high, 13°C low, 133mm rain over 7 days, 13.8h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
JuneBest weather
Nara in June: 25.6°C high, 17.7°C low, 185mm rain over 9 days, 14.3h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
July
Nara in July: 29°C high, 22.1°C low, 154mm rain over 9 days, 14.1h daylight. Hot and rainy — afternoon storms, plan indoor afternoons.
August
Nara in August: 30.6°C high, 23°C low, 95mm rain over 8 days, 13.3h daylight. Hot and dry — outdoor friendly, hydrate.
September
Nara in September: 26.8°C high, 19.3°C low, 150mm rain over 8 days, 12.2h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
OctoberBest weather
Nara in October: 20.8°C high, 13.1°C low, 140mm rain over 7 days, 11.1h daylight. Mild but rainy — flexible plans pay off.
November
Nara in November: 15°C high, 6.9°C low, 81mm rain over 6 days, 10.1h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
December
Nara in December: 9.3°C high, 1.7°C low, 61mm rain over 5 days, 9.7h daylight. Mild and dry — shoulder-season sweet spot.
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