Climate of Kyōto Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Kyōto Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Kyōto Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2.4°C / 36.3°F in January to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in August, with rainfall from 98 mm / 3.9 in to 212 mm / 8.3 in depending on the season (1728 mm / 68 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 2.4°C36.3°F | 116 mm4.6″ | — |
| February | 2.7°C36.9°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| March | 5.7°C42.3°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| April | 11.7°C53.1°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
| May | 16.5°C61.7°F | 145 mm5.7″ | — |
| June | 20.5°C68.9°F | 208 mm8.2″ | — |
| July | 24.8°C76.6°F | 199 mm7.8″ | — |
| August | 25.8°C78.4°F | 142 mm5.6″ | — |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 212 mm8.3″ | — |
| October | 15.5°C59.9°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| November | 10°C50°F | 109 mm4.3″ | — |
| December | 5°C41°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Kyōto Prefecture?
Kyōto Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 25.8°C / 78.4°F, and the driest is December at 98 mm / 3.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Kyōto Prefecture?
Kyōto Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2.4°C / 36.3°F in January to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1728 mm / 68 in, with the wettest month being September (212 mm / 8.3 in) and the driest December (98 mm / 3.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Kyōto Prefecture?
The hottest month in Kyōto Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Kyōto Prefecture?
The coldest month in Kyōto Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 2.4°C / 36.3°F.
When does it rain most in Kyōto Prefecture?
The wettest month in Kyōto Prefecture is September, averaging about 212 mm / 8.3 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 98 mm / 3.9 in.