When to visit
Shizuoka?

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

Shizuoka
Shizuoka Prefecture · Japan

The best time to visit Shizuoka is November, when the weather, flight prices, and crowds align. — consistent weather climate

Climate score
June
43

Mixed climate

🌧Rainy

Temperature
18–25°C
Pleasant nights
Feels like
20–27°C
Slightly humid
Precipitation
318mm
Torrential rain · 16 days
Sunshine
6.6h
Mostly cloudy
Humidity (%)
82%
Slightly humid
Annual Climate Analysis
Temperature, Rain & Feels Like
Rain
Actual Temp
Feels Like
-10°0°10°20°30°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Tourist Crowds
Monthly visitor flow
57
Low season
050100JanFebMarAprMayJun57JulAugSepOctNovDec
Monthly Overview
Score403834394443322641527148
ClimateColdColdColdCool & rainyRainyRainyHot & rainyHot & rainyRainyRainyCool & rainyCold
Temperature2–11°C3–11°C6–15°C10–19°C14–22°C18–25°C23–29°C24–30°C21–27°C15–22°C10–18°C5–13°C
Feels like-2–7°C-1–8°C3–13°C8–18°C14–23°C20–27°C26–33°C28–35°C23–30°C15–23°C8–17°C1–10°C
Precipitation72mm
6 days
105mm
8 days
206mm
12 days
239mm
12 days
251mm
12 days
318mm
16 days
356mm
19 days
238mm
16 days
293mm
17 days
241mm
13 days
133mm
8 days
84mm
5 days
Sunshine8.1h
☀︎ 80%
8.1h
☀︎ 74%
8.6h
☀︎ 71%
8.4h
☀︎ 64%
8.2h
☀︎ 59%
6.6h
☀︎ 45%
7.7h
☀︎ 54%
10.2h
☀︎ 76%
7.6h
☀︎ 61%
7.7h
☀︎ 68%
7.5h
☀︎ 73%
7.9h
☀︎ 80%
WindNW · 21 km/hNW · 21 km/hNW · 21 km/hE · 21 km/hS · 17 km/hSE · 17 km/hS · 16 km/hSE · 16 km/hE · 17 km/hNE · 18 km/hN · 17 km/hNW · 21 km/h
Humidity (%)62%65%70%74%78%82%85%83%82%76%73%65%
Day length10.1h10.9h12.0h13.1h14.0h14.5h14.2h13.4h12.4h11.3h10.3h9.9h
Tourist CrowdsLow seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonLow seasonShoulder seasonHigh seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonShoulder seasonShoulder season
Events & Festivals
JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Shizuoka Festival
Abe River Fireworks Festival
Nihondaira Cherry Blossom Season
Shizuoka Hobby Show
Shizuoka Oden Fair
Toro Hachiman Shrine Festival
Events & Festivals
  • Shizuoka FestivalculturalSignature event
    April· 50k+ visitors

    Held in early April, this vibrant festival celebrates Tokugawa Ieyasu's cherry blossom viewing tradition with parades, t…

  • Abe River Fireworks Festivalfestival
    July· 50k+ visitors

    One of Shizuoka's largest summer events, this spectacular fireworks display lights up the night sky over the Abe River i…

  • Nihondaira Cherry Blossom Seasonnature
    March, April· 50k+ visitors

    From late March to early April, the scenic Nihondaira plateau becomes a prime spot for cherry blossom viewing, offering…

  • Shizuoka Hobby Showcultural
    May· 50k+ visitors

    This internationally renowned model and hobby show takes place in mid-May, attracting enthusiasts from around the globe.…

  • Shizuoka Oden Fairfood wine
    March· 5k+ visitors

    Held in early March, this popular food fair celebrates Shizuoka's unique black oden, a local specialty. The weather is c…

  • Toro Hachiman Shrine Festivalreligious
    October· 5k+ visitors

    This traditional autumn festival, held in mid-October, features portable shrines (mikoshi) and traditional music, offeri…

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Shizuoka?

The best time to visit Shizuoka is November, with temperatures between 10 °C and 18 °C. The best month is November. November is shoulder season.

What is the weather like in Shizuoka?

Shizuoka has a climate with an overall score of 4.2/10. Annual temperatures range from 2 °C to 30 °C.

What is the hottest month in Shizuoka?

The hottest month in Shizuoka is August, with average highs of 30 °C and lows of 24 °C.

What is the rainiest month in Shizuoka?

The rainiest month in Shizuoka is July, with an average of 356 mm of precipitation.

When is peak season in Shizuoka?

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

When is shoulder season in Shizuoka?

Shoulder season in Shizuoka falls in March, May, July, September, October, November, December. It offers a good balance of decent weather and lower prices compared to peak season.