When to visit
Ōita?

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

Ōita
Oita Prefecture · Japan

The best time to visit Ōita is April, October, November, when the weather, flight prices, and crowds align.consistent weather climate

Climate score
September
43

Mixed climate

🌧Rainy

Temperature
21–27°C
Warm nights
Feels like
24–31°C
Humid
Precipitation
253mm
Torrential rain · 17 days
Sunshine
7.7h
Mostly cloudy
Humidity (%)
82%
Humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
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Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
80
Shoulder season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSep80OctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score424055795341272643807850
ClimateColdColdColdCool & rainyRainyRainyHot & rainyHot & rainyRainyHumidMildCold
Temperature3–10°C3–11°C6–15°C10–19°C14–23°C19–25°C23–29°C24–31°C21–27°C15–22°C10–17°C4–12°C
Feels like-1–7°C0–8°C3–13°C9–19°C14–24°C21–29°C27–35°C28–36°C24–31°C15–23°C8–16°C1–9°C
Precipitation64mm
6 days
85mm
8 days
128mm
10 days
131mm
10 days
180mm
11 days
282mm
17 days
283mm
19 days
225mm
15 days
253mm
17 days
124mm
10 days
80mm
7 days
54mm
5 days
Sunshine7.3h
☀︎ 71%
7.7h
☀︎ 70%
8.1h
☀︎ 68%
8.3h
☀︎ 64%
8.1h
☀︎ 58%
5.7h
☀︎ 40%
7.5h
☀︎ 53%
10.4h
☀︎ 78%
7.7h
☀︎ 63%
8.0h
☀︎ 71%
7.7h
☀︎ 74%
7.5h
☀︎ 75%
WindNW · 15 km/hNW · 16 km/hNW · 15 km/hN · 14 km/hE · 13 km/hE · 12 km/hSE · 11 km/hE · 13 km/hNE · 13 km/hNW · 13 km/hNW · 13 km/hW · 15 km/h
Humidity (%)69%70%73%74%76%83%85%80%82%77%75%70%
Day length10.2h11.0h12.0h13.0h13.9h14.3h14.1h13.4h12.4h11.4h10.5h10.0h
Tourist CrowdsShoulder seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonHigh season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Beppu Hatto Onsen Festival
Cherry Blossom Viewing (Sakura)
Hita Gion Festival
Ōita International Wheelchair Marathon
Ōita Tanabata Festival
Bungo-Ōno River Festival
Kitsuki Castle Festival
Ōita City Festival
Usa Jingu Hatsumode (New Year's Shrine Visit)
Usuki Takeyoi (Bamboo Lantern Festival)
Events & Festivals
  • Beppu Hatto Onsen Festivalfestival
    April· 50k+ visitors

    Celebrated in early April, this festival in nearby Beppu honors the city's famous hot springs. Visitors can enjoy free a…

  • Cherry Blossom Viewing (Sakura)nature
    March, April· 50k+ visitors

    From late March to early April, Ōita's parks and riverside areas burst into bloom with cherry blossoms. The mild spring…

  • Hita Gion Festivalfestival
    July· 50k+ visitors

    Recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, this grand festival takes place in late July in Hita, Ōita Prefectu…

  • Ōita International Wheelchair Marathonsports
    November· 50k+ visitors

    Held annually in mid-November, this prestigious marathon attracts top wheelchair athletes from around the world. The coo…

  • Ōita Tanabata Festivalfestival
    August· 50k+ visitors

    Held in early August, this vibrant festival transforms Ōita's streets with colorful decorations, parades, and traditiona…

  • Bungo-Ōno River Festivalfestival
    August· 5k+ visitors

    Held in August, this local summer festival along the Bungo-Ōno River features traditional performances, food stalls, and…

  • Kitsuki Castle Festivalcultural
    October· 5k+ visitors

    This historical festival, usually held in mid-October in Kitsuki, celebrates the samurai heritage of the region. Visitor…

  • Ōita City Festivalfestival
    October· 5k+ visitors

    Typically held in October, the Ōita City Festival is a local celebration featuring parades, traditional dances, and food…

  • Usa Jingu Hatsumode (New Year's Shrine Visit)religious
    January, December· 50k+ visitors

    Around New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, Usa Jingu, one of Japan's most important shrines, attracts millions for 'Hatsu…

  • Usuki Takeyoi (Bamboo Lantern Festival)festival
    November· 5k+ visitors

    Held in early November in Usuki, this enchanting festival illuminates the historic town with thousands of bamboo lantern…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Ōita?

The best time to visit Ōita is October, April, November, with temperatures between 10 °C and 22 °C. The best month is October. October is shoulder season.

What is the weather like in Ōita?

Ōita has a climate with an overall score of 5.1/10. Annual temperatures range from 3 °C to 31 °C.

What is the hottest month in Ōita?

The hottest month in Ōita is August, with average highs of 31 °C and lows of 24 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Ōita?

The rainiest month in Ōita is July, with an average of 283 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Ōita?

Peak season in Ōita is March, May, August, November, December. This is the most popular period, with the highest tourism levels and prices.

When is shoulder season in Ōita?

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