Nara-shi, Nara Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Nara-shi get?

Nara-shi gets 1205 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 103 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 65% of Japan.

June is the wettest month, with 162 mm. January is the driest, with 47 mm. June has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 16 days, to January 10, 2022.

Nara-shi weather by month

Nara-shi weather in January

In January, Nara-shi averages a high of 9°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 18°C (1997) and the record low is -6°C (1970).

Nara-shi weather in February

In February, Nara-shi averages a high of 10°C and a low of -1°C. It gets 60 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The February record high is 24°C (2010) and the record low is -8°C (1977).

Nara-shi weather in March

In March, Nara-shi averages a high of 14°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 96 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The March record high is 27°C (2023) and the record low is -5°C (1977).

Nara-shi weather in April

In April, Nara-shi averages a high of 20°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 87 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The April record high is 30°C (2012) and the record low is -2°C (1972). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nara-shi weather in May

In May, Nara-shi averages a high of 25°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 121 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 32% of daylight hours. The May record high is 33°C (2026) and the record low is 3°C (1980). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nara-shi weather in June

In June, Nara-shi averages a high of 27°C and a low of 18°C. It gets 162 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 24% of daylight hours. The June record high is 37°C (2013) and the record low is 7°C (1981).

Nara-shi weather in July

In July, Nara-shi averages a high of 32°C and a low of 22°C. It gets 155 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 28% of daylight hours. The July record high is 38°C (2018) and the record low is 14°C (1982).

Nara-shi weather in August

In August, Nara-shi averages a high of 33°C and a low of 23°C. It gets 105 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 38% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (1994) and the record low is 15°C (1981).

Nara-shi weather in September

In September, Nara-shi averages a high of 29°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 141 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 36% of daylight hours. The September record high is 37°C (1986) and the record low is 9°C (1976).

Nara-shi weather in October

In October, Nara-shi averages a high of 23°C and a low of 12°C. It gets 119 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The October record high is 32°C (2019) and the record low is 2°C (1983). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nara-shi weather in November

In November, Nara-shi averages a high of 17°C and a low of 6°C. It gets 64 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 55% of daylight hours. The November record high is 28°C (2023) and the record low is -2°C (1973). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Nara-shi weather in December

In December, Nara-shi averages a high of 12°C and a low of 2°C. It gets 49 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 57% of daylight hours. The December record high is 25°C (2018) and the record low is -5°C (1970).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Nara-shi

December is the sunniest month in Nara-shi, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest, at 24%. Over the year the sun shines about 41% of daylight hours. Nara-shi is sunnier than 68% of Japan.

Humidity peaks in July at 75% and is lowest in April at 61%.

Nara-shi has about 37 days a year above 32°C. Nara-shi is hotter than 93% of Japan.

First and last freeze in Nara-shi

The first fall freeze in Nara-shi typically comes around December 7, and the last spring freeze around March 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 254 days.

Nara-shi weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Nara-shi station is 39°C, on August 8, 1994. The coldest is -8°C, on February 16, 1977.

The wettest day on record brought 180 mm of rain, on July 6, 2018.

37 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The best time to visit Nara-shi

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 10°C and lows near 0°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 7°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 31°C and lows near 21°C. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 23°C and lows near 12°C.

Nara-shi climate questions

How much rain does Nara-shi get?

Nara-shi gets 1205 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 103 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Nara-shi?

June is the wettest month in Nara-shi, with 162 mm. January is the driest, with 47 mm.

How many rainy days does Nara-shi have a year?

Nara-shi has about 103 days with measurable rain in an average year. June has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Nara-shi?

August is the warmest month in Nara-shi, with an average high of 33°C.

What is the coldest month in Nara-shi?

January is the coldest month in Nara-shi, with an average low of -1°C.

What is the record high temperature in Nara-shi?

The record high at the Nara-shi station is 39°C, set on August 8, 1994. The record low is -8°C, on February 16, 1977.

What is the sunniest month in Nara-shi?

December is the sunniest month in Nara-shi, with sunshine about 57% of daylight hours. June is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Nara-shi?

The first fall freeze in Nara-shi typically comes around December 7. The last spring freeze is around March 28.

What is the best time to visit Nara-shi?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.