Which is the hottest month in Niigata?

The hottest time of year in Niigata is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Niigata?

In terms of rainfall, June is usually the wettest month in Niigata with 181mm on average. There are normally 20 days in June with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Niigata?

The sunniest time of year in Niigata is normally January with bright sunshine on average for 59% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Niigata?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Niigata in August when the water temperature reaches 26°C.

Best time to visit Niigata

Q: When is the best time to visit Niigata?

The best time to visit Niigata, Japan is in May Daily hours of sunshine = 8 hours or more.

The best time to visit Niigata, Japan is in May based on our default weather conditions. Update your weather preferences to see which months best match.

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When is the best time to visit Niigata?

The best time to visit Niigata, Japan is in May based on the following average weather conditions.

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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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5
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6
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Jun
5
Jul
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Oct
3
Nov
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The weather guide for Japan (Niigata) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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