Best Time to Visit Niigata
Best time: May, Jun, Aug.
Aug is warmest (30°C high); Dec is rainiest (235 mm).
Niigata weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 5.2 | -0.3 | 206 | 2.8 |
| Feb | 5.4 | -0.3 | 144 | 3.9 |
| Mar | 8.8 | 1.6 | 116 | 5.6 |
| Apr | 15.6 | 6.6 | 100 | 7.3 |
| May | 20.4 | 11.8 | 102 | 8.3 |
| Jun | 23.8 | 16.9 | 128 | 7.6 |
| Jul | 27.5 | 21.1 | 177 | 7.5 |
| Aug | 30 | 22.6 | 136 | 7.8 |
| Sep | 25.6 | 18.4 | 169 | 5.8 |
| Oct | 19.9 | 12.1 | 163 | 4.6 |
| Nov | 13.9 | 6.4 | 215 | 3.2 |
| Dec | 8.4 | 2 | 235 | 2.5 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: MayJunAug
Beaches: Aug
Hiking: May
Sightseeing: MayJunApr
Niigata quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Niigata?
May, Jun, Aug.
What is the rainiest month?
Dec, about 235 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Aug, with average highs of 30°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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