Kamakura climate
Japan
First-time visitors often notice “tiring weather” before they label it as hot or cold in Kamakura.
In Kamakura, seasonality tends to show up in mornings/evenings and indoor-outdoor gaps more than in a single number.
Climate facts
Jan · Feb
Avg low 2–5°C / high 9–12°C · Rainy days: 4–7 per month / 35–80 mm
Mar · Apr
Avg low 7–12°C / high 14–20°C · Rainy days: 8–10 per month / 90–150 mm
Sep · Oct
Avg low 17–20°C / high 23–28°C · Rainy days: 6–9 per month / 110–210 mm
Nov · Dec
Avg low 6–9°C / high 12–17°C · Rainy days: 4–7 per month / 40–100 mm
How it tends to feel for travel
Rainier seasons can feel heavier even at similar temperatures, simply because you spend more time damp or under clouds.
When it tends to fit
- • Once you see the year-round pattern, it’s easier to judge whether a month fits your style.
- • If you revisit the city, separating “seasonal itineraries” can save a lot of planning time.
- • In humidity- or rain-driven cities, adjusting the indoor/outdoor ratio can change comfort a lot.
When it may not fit
- • If you rely only on averages, you may be surprised by variability (squalls, wind, indoor AC).
- • In monsoon-like periods, the more your itinerary depends on outdoor walking, the higher the risk.
- • If you’re fine with cold but hate damp chill, it can feel colder than you expect.
Outfit notes
This connects climate patterns to packing—without over-interpreting.
- • 🌬️ Baseline: Kamakura is coastal, and sea breeze often changes the feel. If you add beach/Enoshima exposure, perceived comfort can shift quickly.
- • 🌡️ 2–10°C feel (winter): Coat/padded jacket + thermal layers are common. Scarves help a lot on windy evenings; gloves can help if you stay out late.
- • 🌡️ 10–18°C (early spring / late autumn): Trench/light coat + sweatshirt/shirt works well. Beach areas can feel cooler, so thin layers help.
In the end, it often depends on one or two conditions you care about most.
Explore Kamakura
These pages are connected so you can compare conditions and decide for yourself.