Nagoya→
Station: NagoyaNagoya, Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Jingu, Inuyama
High
29.1℃
Low
21.0℃
- Precip.
- 231.6mm
- Sunshine
- 160h
- Sunset
- 18:01
Highs around 29°C, with lingering heat. A rainy month of typhoons and autumn rains
Chubu & Hokuriku Weather Guide
Chubu & Hokuriku Weather in September: What to Wear & Expect
September in Chubu & Hokuriku is a season when summer's heat lingers. Nagoya's high is 29.1°C, and early in the month some days are as hot as midsummer. Typhoons and the autumn rain front bring lots of rain, and with 231.6 mm, it's Nagoya's rainiest month of the year. In the highlands, by contrast, mornings drop to 15.9°C in Takayama and 14.3°C in Hakuba, and you can clearly feel autumn in the air. Around Murodo on Tateyama, autumn leaves usually begin from mid-September.
- Nagoya high
- 29.1℃
- Nagoya low
- 21.0℃
- Nagoya rainfall
- 231.6mm
- Nagoya sunset
- 18:01
Overview
Chubu & Hokuriku in September: Key Points
- ✓Nagoya's high is 29.1°C. Early September is as hot as midsummer
- ✓A rainy month of typhoons and autumn rains. Nagoya gets 231.6 mm of rain
- ✓Mornings around 16°C in Takayama and around 14°C in Hakuba. Long sleeves needed in the highlands
- ✓Autumn leaves usually begin around Murodo on Tateyama from mid-September
By Area
September Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for September 15.
Kanazawa→
Station: KanazawaKanazawa, Kenrokuen, Higashi Chaya District, 21st Century Museum
High
27.2℃
Low
19.9℃
- Precip.
- 231.9mm
- Sunshine
- 154h
- Sunset
- 18:03
Highs around 27°C. Fairly rainy, but it gets easier to walk around town late in the month
Shirakawa-go→
Station: ShirakawaShirakawa-go, Gassho-zukuri Farmhouses, Ogimachi Observatory, Gokayama
High
25.1℃
Low
15.2℃
- Precip.
- 214.5mm
- Sunshine
- 125h
- Sunset
- 18:02
Cool mornings around 15°C. A rainy month, so bring an umbrella
Takayama→
Station: TakayamaTakayama, Sanmachi, Miyagawa Morning Market, Okuhida Onsen
High
26.1℃
Low
15.9℃
- Precip.
- 225.9mm
- Sunshine
- 132h
- Sunset
- 18:00
Highs around 26°C, mornings around 16°C. Long sleeves are a good idea for mornings and evenings
Gero Onsen→
Station: HagiwaraGero Onsen, Hida River, Gassho Village
High
26.7℃
Low
16.9℃
- Precip.
- 334.3mm
- Sunshine
- 149h
- Sunset
- 18:00
An especially rainy month even for Chubu & Hokuriku. Bring rain gear for strolling the hot spring town
Toyama / Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route→
Station: ToyamaToyama, Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, Kurobe Dam, Unazuki Onsen
High
27.0℃
Low
19.1℃
- Precip.
- 218.1mm
- Sunshine
- 144h
- Sunset
- 18:01
Highs around 27°C in Toyama City. Autumn leaves begin around Murodo, which is much colder than the city
Matsumoto / Kamikochi→
Station: MatsumotoMatsumoto, Matsumoto Castle, Kamikochi, Norikura Highlands
High
26.2℃
Low
16.2℃
- Precip.
- 148mm
- Sunshine
- 151h
- Sunset
- 17:57
Highs around 26°C in Matsumoto. Kamikochi is much cooler than Matsumoto
Hakuba→
Station: HakubaHakuba, Happo-one, Tsugaike Kogen, Hakuba Goryu
High
23.6℃
Low
14.3℃
- Precip.
- 181.9mm
- Sunshine
- 119h
- Sunset
- 17:58
Highs around 24°C, mornings around 14°C. Time for early autumn walks in the highlands
Nagano / Yudanaka-Shibu Onsen→
Station: NaganoNagano, Zenkoji, Jigokudani Monkey Park, Shibu Onsen, Shiga Kogen
High
26.2℃
Low
17.2℃
- Precip.
- 125.5mm
- Sunshine
- 151h
- Sunset
- 17:57
Highs around 26°C, mornings around 17°C. A comfortable time to visit Zenkoji
Kiso Valley (Tsumago & Magome)→
Station: NagisoTsumago-juku, Magome-juku, Narai-juku
High
25.9℃
Low
15.8℃
- Precip.
- 264.1mm
- Sunshine
- 147h
- Sunset
- 17:59
A rainy month. The post towns' stone paving gets slippery when wet, so take care
What to Wear
What to Wear in Chubu & Hokuriku in September
Tops
Short sleeves; light long sleeves late in the month or in the highlands
Outerwear
A light layer for air conditioning and for mornings and evenings
Bottoms
Lightweight pants
Shoes
Comfortable shoes like sneakers that dry quickly if they get wet
Accessories
Folding umbrella, hat and sunscreen
Mornings drop to around 14°C in Hakuba and around 16°C in Takayama. If you're heading to Murodo on Tateyama (2,450 m) or Kamikochi, bring a fleece or windproof jacket.
Good to Know
Good to Know
Typhoon season
September is a time when typhoons often approach. Trains, buses and mountain routes may be suspended, so leave some slack in your plans.
Watch out for lingering heat in Nagoya
In early September, Nagoya has a run of days as hot as midsummer. Keep drinking water and protecting yourself from the sun.
Dress warmly if you're going into the mountains
High-altitude places like Tateyama and Kamikochi are much colder than the lowlands. When the weather turns, it gets cold fast, so rain gear and a jacket are a must.
Silver Week
During the holidays in mid to late September (Respect for the Aged Day and the Autumnal Equinox), Takayama, Shirakawa-go and the Alpine Route can get crowded.
Events
September Events & Highlights
Dancers in braided straw hats move quietly through the sloping streets lit by paper lanterns, dancing to the sounds of the kokyu fiddle and shamisen.
Read the guide：Owara Kaze no Bon →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
- PRKlookToyama City Tour: Traditional Streets and Local HistoryAn 8-hour tour visiting the stone-paved streets of Etchu-Yatsuo, the Yatsuo Hikiyama Exhibition Hall, Toyama Castle and moreView on Klook
- PRKlookHave Fun in Toyama PassA sightseeing pass that lets you choose 3 from participating museums, experiences, rides, food and moreView on Klook
Autumn Leaves on Tateyama
Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route (Murodo)Usually mid-September to early OctoberThe autumn colors begin around Murodo at 2,450 m and spread down the mountain from the top.
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What's the temperature in Nagoya in September?＋
On average, the high is 29.1°C and the low is 21.0°C. Early in the month, the midsummer heat continues.
Q. Are there many typhoons in Chubu & Hokuriku in September?＋
It's a time when typhoons often approach. Check the weather forecast during your trip and be prepared for transport cancellations.
Q. Are the autumn leaves out on Tateyama in September?＋
The autumn leaves around Murodo usually peak from mid-September to early October. It's much colder than Toyama City, so bring a jacket.
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Other Months
Chubu & Hokuriku Weather in Other Months
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Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperatures are from a representative station in each area; actual weather varies from year to year.