Jan · Feb
Quick-cooling evenings, milder sunlit afternoons
Avg low 0–3°C / high 8–11°C · Rainy days: 4–7 per month / rainfall 30–70 mm
- • Sunny afternoons can feel manageable, but it cools down fast after sunset.
- • Long outdoor time in Nara Park can feel colder than the numbers suggest.
- • Snow buildup isn’t common, but cold rain days can feel much more wintry.
Suggested outfits
- · Coat or padded jacket
- · Thermal inner + knit
- · Scarf/gloves for wind
A note for travelers
In winter, evening hours and outdoor time often decide comfort more than the daytime high.
Mar · Apr
Walkable spring, with cooler evenings still lingering
Avg low 6–11°C / high 14–21°C · Rainy days: 8–10 per month / rainfall 90–150 mm
- • Days feel light, but evenings can turn cool.
- • Rainy days often feel colder than expected; thin layers help.
- • Because outdoor routes are long, shoes matter.
Suggested outfits
- · Trench/light coat
- · Shirts/sweatshirts/light knits
- · Comfortable sneakers
A note for travelers
A thin outer layer acts like insurance for spring evenings.
May · Jun
Humidity rises; June is rainy season
Avg low 15–20°C / high 23–28°C · Rainy days: 9–13 per month / rainfall 140–240 mm
- • May can feel crisp; June turns heavier as humidity and rain increase.
- • Long rainy stretches slow walking routes and transfer pacing.
- • Indoor AC can create “humid outside, cool inside” contrast.
Suggested outfits
- · Breathable tops
- · Light cardigan/windbreaker
- · Water-resistant or easy-dry shoes
A note for travelers
In rainy season, split the day into indoor and outdoor blocks for stability.
Jul · Aug
Hot and humid: keep midday short and plan shade
Avg low 24–26°C / high 32–35°C · Rainy days: 6–10 per month / rainfall 110–200 mm
- • Humidity makes short walks feel intense on some days.
- • Outdoor time (park/temples) can be long, so midday fatigue adds up quickly.
- • Strong AC indoors can feel surprisingly cool compared with the street.
Suggested outfits
- · Light short sleeves + breathable bottoms
- · Hat/sunscreen/small towel
- · Thin indoor layer
A note for travelers
A morning/evening outdoor plan plus midday indoor breaks usually feels much easier.
Sep · Oct
A transition: summer lingers, then air shifts (Sep can be rainy)
Avg low 15–20°C / high 22–29°C · Rainy days: 6–9 per month / rainfall 90–180 mm
- • September can still feel warm, then breezier in the evenings.
- • October is often easiest for long park and temple walks.
- • Typhoon remnants can pass through—forecast checks matter in September.
Suggested outfits
- · T-shirt + light outer
- · Long sleeves
- · Comfortable walking shoes
A note for travelers
Autumn often makes you walk more than planned—shoes and socks matter.
Nov · Dec
Cooling down fast after sunset
Avg low 4–8°C / high 12–17°C · Rainy days: 4–7 per month / rainfall 30–90 mm
- • Afternoons can feel mild, but after sunset it cools quickly.
- • Long outdoor time can feel colder with wind.
- • Easy on/off outerwear helps with frequent indoor stops.
Suggested outfits
- · Coat/thicker jacket
- · Knits and warm inner layers
- · Scarf
A note for travelers
If you have night plans, a scarf is a small but high-impact item.
