When to visit
Nagano?

Discover the best time of year, based on historical climate, temperature, and precipitation.

Nagano
Nagano Prefecture · Japan

The best weather in Nagano is from May, September, October, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are April, June, October.some variation climate

Climate score
June
72

Excellent climate

🌦Humid

Temperature
15–25°C
Cool nights
Feels like
16–28°C
Comfortable
Precipitation
146mm
Heavy downpours · 14 days
Sunshine
8.1h
Mostly cloudy
Humidity (%)
77%
Comfortable
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-20°-10°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
49
Low season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun49JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score121531647272505475764916
ClimateColdColdColdColdCool & rainyHumidRainyHot & rainyHumidCool & rainyColdCold
Temperature-5–5°C-4–7°C0–12°C4–17°C10–22°C15–25°C20–29°C21–31°C18–27°C9–19°C4–14°C-2–8°C
Feels like-9–2°C-8–4°C-4–10°C2–16°C8–22°C16–28°C23–33°C25–36°C20–30°C8–19°C1–12°C-6–4°C
Precipitation94mm
19 days
90mm
17 days
124mm
14 days
115mm
11 days
147mm
13 days
146mm
14 days
229mm
21 days
102mm
12 days
124mm
14 days
111mm
13 days
95mm
11 days
102mm
17 days
Sunshine5.8h
☀︎ 58%
6.9h
☀︎ 63%
8.1h
☀︎ 68%
9.2h
☀︎ 70%
8.8h
☀︎ 62%
8.1h
☀︎ 55%
7.8h
☀︎ 54%
10.0h
☀︎ 74%
8.2h
☀︎ 66%
7.8h
☀︎ 69%
7.8h
☀︎ 77%
6.5h
☀︎ 67%
WindNE · 12 km/hNE · 14 km/hNE · 15 km/hN · 15 km/hN · 14 km/hN · 13 km/hN · 12 km/hNW · 12 km/hNW · 12 km/hNE · 13 km/hE · 12 km/hE · 12 km/h
Humidity (%)74%70%71%70%72%77%82%79%80%80%78%76%
Day length10.0h10.8h12.0h13.1h14.1h14.6h14.4h13.5h12.4h11.3h10.2h9.7h
Tourist CrowdsShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonLow season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival (Dosojin Matsuri)
Hatsumode at Zenko-ji Temple
Nagano Ebisu-ko Fireworks Festival
Nagano Marathon
Nagano Tomyo Festival
Zenko-ji Omotesando Illumination
Obon Festival (Zenko-ji)
Events & Festivals
  • Nozawa Onsen Fire Festival (Dosojin Matsuri)festivalSignature event
    January· 50k+ visitors

    This spectacular and ancient fire festival takes place in the nearby village of Nozawa Onsen, drawing massive crowds to…

  • Hatsumode at Zenko-ji Templereligious
    December, January· 50k+ visitors

    Hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the New Year, is a significant tradition in Japan, and Zenko-ji Temple is…

  • Nagano Ebisu-ko Fireworks Festivalfestival
    November· 50k+ visitors

    One of Japan's largest autumn fireworks displays, this festival lights up the night sky over the Sai River. Held in Nove…

  • Nagano Marathonsports
    April· 50k+ visitors

    The Nagano Marathon is an annual event that commemorates the 1998 Winter Olympics, attracting runners from around the wo…

  • Nagano Tomyo Festivalfestival
    February· 5k+ visitors

    This unique winter festival illuminates Zenko-ji Temple and its surroundings with colorful lanterns, creating a mystical…

  • Zenko-ji Omotesando Illuminationfestival
    December, January, February· 50k+ visitors

    The approach to Zenko-ji Temple is beautifully lit up with thousands of LED lights, creating a magical winter wonderland…

  • Obon Festival (Zenko-ji)religious
    August· 5k+ visitors

    Obon is a Buddhist custom to honor the spirits of one's ancestors, and Zenko-ji Temple holds special ceremonies and even…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Nagano?

The best weather in Nagano is from October, September, May, but considering flight prices and crowds, the best months to visit are June, April, October (4–27 °C).

What is the weather like in Nagano?

Nagano has a climate with an overall score of 4.9/10. Annual temperatures range from -5 °C to 31 °C.

What is the hottest month in Nagano?

The hottest month in Nagano is August, with average highs of 31 °C and lows of 21 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Nagano?

The rainiest month in Nagano is July, with an average of 229 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Nagano?

Peak season in Nagano is August. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Nagano?

Shoulder season in Nagano falls in January, February, May, July, September, October. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.