Kyoto City→
Station: KyotoKyoto, Arashiyama, Gion, Fushimi Inari
High
28.1℃
Low
19.2℃
- Precip.
- 199.7mm
- Sunshine
- 133h
- Sunset
- 19:12
Hydrangeas at Mimurotoji and Fujinomori Shrine. Lush greenery at Kokedera and Gioji
Kansai Weather Guide
Kansai Weather in June: What to Wear & Expect
June is the rainy season in Kansai. In the Kinki region, the rainy season usually starts around June 6. There are many rainy or cloudy days, and with Kyoto's high at 28.1°C, humid, muggy days become more common. On the other hand, moss gardens glistening in the rain and the hydrangeas at Mimurotoji and elsewhere have a beauty unique to this season. Relatively few tourists is another plus.
- Kyoto high
- 28.1℃
- Kyoto low
- 19.2℃
- Kyoto rainfall
- 199.7mm
- Kyoto sunset
- 19:12
Overview
Kansai in June: Key Points
- ✓The rainy season usually starts around June 6. Many rainy or cloudy days
- ✓Kyoto's high is 28.1°C. Humid and muggy
- ✓Hydrangeas and rain-soaked moss gardens are at their best
- ✓Relatively few tourists, so you can explore temples and shrines at a leisurely pace
By Area
June Weather by Area
Temperature, precipitation, snow and sunshine are climate normals (1991-2020). Sunset is for June 15.
Osaka→
Station: OsakaOsaka, Namba, Umeda, Osaka Castle
High
28.0℃
Low
20.3℃
- Precip.
- 185.1mm
- Sunshine
- 154h
- Sunset
- 19:12
On rainy days, head indoors to museums or the Kaiyukan aquarium
Nara→
Station: NaraNara, Nara Park, Todaiji, Mt. Yoshino
High
28.1℃
Low
18.4℃
- Precip.
- 184.1mm
- Sunshine
- 139h
- Sunset
- 19:11
Highs around 28°C. Nara Park is quieter in the rain
Kobe & Arima Onsen→
Station: KobeKobe, Arima Onsen, Kitano Ijinkan, Mt. Rokko
High
26.7℃
Low
20.6℃
- Precip.
- 176.7mm
- Sunshine
- 164h
- Sunset
- 19:13
Highs around 27°C. Relax at Arima Onsen
Himeji→
Station: HimejiHimeji, Himeji Castle, Mt. Shosha
High
26.8℃
Low
18.5℃
- Precip.
- 160.4mm
- Sunshine
- 156h
- Sunset
- 19:16
On rainy days, tour the inside of Himeji Castle's keep
Lake Biwa→
Station: HikoneOtsu, Hikone, Omihachiman, Nagahama
High
26.0℃
Low
18.4℃
- Precip.
- 175.6mm
- Sunshine
- 154h
- Sunset
- 19:11
Highs around 26°C. A little cooler by the lake
Shirahama & Nanki→
Station: Nanki-ShirahamaShirahama, Kumano Kodo, Nachikatsuura, Kushimoto
High
25.9℃
Low
19.5℃
- Precip.
- 264.9mm
- Sunshine
- —
- Sunset
- 19:10
One of the rainiest times in Kansai. Watch out for heavy rain
Koyasan→
Station: KoyasanKoyasan, Okunoin, Danjo Garan
High
22.8℃
Low
14.0℃
- Precip.
- 260.3mm
- Sunshine
- 125h
- Sunset
- 19:10
Cool, with highs around 23°C. Lots of rain
Amanohashidate & Ine→
Station: MaizuruMiyazu, Amanohashidate, Ine
High
26.6℃
Low
17.7℃
- Precip.
- 154.9mm
- Sunshine
- 136h
- Sunset
- 19:16
Highs around 27°C. Amanohashidate is beautiful when the sun breaks through
Ise & Shima→
Station: ObataIse, Ise Jingu, Toba, Shima
High
26.8℃
Low
18.4℃
- Precip.
- 213.7mm
- Sunshine
- 137h
- Sunset
- 19:07
Fairly rainy. The forest of Ise Jingu has its own charm in the rain
What to Wear
What to Wear in Kansai in June
Tops
Short sleeves or light long sleeves; quick-drying fabrics are best
Outerwear
A light layer for air conditioning and chilly rainy days
Bottoms
Lightweight pants; on rainy days, a length that keeps the hems dry
Shoes
Waterproof sneakers or sandals
Accessories
Folding umbrella; a raincoat too if the rain keeps up
On Koyasan, mornings and evenings drop to around 14°C. Bring a long-sleeved layer.
Good to Know
Good to Know
An umbrella is a must
Even if it's sunny in the morning, it can suddenly start raining. You can buy umbrellas at convenience stores, but carrying a folding umbrella is handy.
Kyoto is enjoyable in the rain too
Moss gardens are said to be at their most beautiful on rainy days. Also plan in places you can enjoy indoors, like museums and temple buildings.
Muggy outside, cold air conditioning inside
It's hot and humid outside, while trains and shops are air-conditioned. A layer that's easy to put on and take off keeps you comfortable.
Watch for heavy rain warnings
Toward the end of the rainy season, there can be heavy downpours. The Kii Peninsula (Shirahama, Kumano, Koyasan) is especially rainy, so check the weather forecast.
Events
June Events & Highlights
Mimurotoji Hydrangeas
Uji, KyotoUsually early June to early JulyKnown as the "hydrangea temple," with about 20,000 hydrangea plants filling a valley. You can combine it with a visit to Byodoin in Uji.
Moss Gardens in the Rain
Kyoto (Saihoji, Gioji and more)June–early JulyThe season when rain makes the green of the moss even more vivid. Saihoji (Kokedera, the Moss Temple) requires advance reservations.
Fireflies
Kyoto (Philosopher's Path, Kibune and more)Usually early to mid-JuneYou may see Genji fireflies glowing by the water at night.
A Kyoto summer tradition from early summer to autumn, when restaurants build wooden dining platforms over or beside the river and serve meals on them. Along the Kamo River in the city center they are called "noryo yuka," with about 90 restaurants lining the west bank between Nijo and Gojo. In Kibune in northern Kyoto they are called "kawadoko," and you can enjoy the cool air on platforms set right above the mountain stream.
Read the guide：Noryo Yuka / Kawadoko (Kamogawa & Kibune) →Tours & tickets for this eventPR
Dates change every year. Please check the official websites before you go.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. When does the rainy season start and end in Kansai?＋
In the Kinki region, the rainy season usually starts around June 6 and ends around July 19.
Q. What's the temperature in Kyoto in June?＋
On average, the high is 28.1°C and the low is 19.2°C. High humidity makes it feel hot and muggy.
Q. What should I watch out for when visiting Kansai in June?＋
There are many rainy days, so have a folding umbrella and some indoor plans ready. A light layer for air conditioning is also handy.
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Kansai TripPR
Other Months
Kansai Weather in Other Months
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.