JanuaryWakakusa Yamayaki
Kansai ・ Nara
Usually the fourth Saturday of January (fireworks from around 18:15 in the evening, ignition around 18:30)
Kansai Weather Guide
Nara Weather & What to Wear
Nara, Nara Park, Todaiji, Mt. Yoshino
An ancient capital known for Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha and the deer of Nara Park. Like Kyoto, it sits in a basin, so summers are hot and winter mornings are bitterly cold. This area also covers Mt. Yoshino, famous for its cherry blossoms (temperatures are for Nara City).
- January low
- 0.8℃
- August high
- 33.4℃
- Max snow depth
- 3cm
Forecast
Forecast: Today & the Next 7 Days
JMA forecast issued Oct 22, 11 AM
Every 3 Hours: Today & Tomorrow
- Today3 PMSunny24°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 6 PMSunny19°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 PMSunny16°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- Tomorrow12 AMSunny13°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 3 AMSunny12°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 6 AMSunny11°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 AMSunny17°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 12 PMSunny22°☂ 10%6–9m/s
- 3 PMCloudy23°☂ 10%6–9m/s
- 6 PMCloudy22°☂ 30%6–9m/s
- 9 PMCloudy21°☂ 30%6–9m/s
Weather and wind are for the wider area; temperature is for the main forecast point. Chance of rain is for the 6-hour period.
- Today10/22(Thu)Sunny25°/16°Observed: 16°☂ 0%
- Tomorrow10/23(Fri)Sunny, then cloudy24°/11°☂ 30%
- 10/24(Sat)Rain23°/17°☂ 80%
- 10/25(Sun)Cloudy, brief rain26°/19°☂ 70%Reliability B
- 10/26(Mon)Cloudy, rain at times24°/19°☂ 60%Reliability B
- 10/27(Tue)Cloudy, brief rain23°/14°☂ 60%Reliability B
- 10/28(Wed)Sunny, cloudy at times20°/10°☂ 20%Reliability A
- ☂ Chance of rain
- From day 3, the weekly forecast covers a wider prefecture-level area.
- Reliability of the weekly forecast (A: high, B: fairly high, C: fairly low)
- "Observed" is the temperature measured so far today by JMA weather stations (AMeDAS), not a forecast.
- Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (weather forecast)
Best Season
Best Time to Visit Nara
Climate
Nara Temperature & Snow Through the Year
Monthly high / low temperature (°C)
HighLow
Monthly max snow depth (cm)
Month by Month
Month-by-Month Weather & What to Wear
| Month | High | Low | Precip. | Max snow depth | What to wear |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8.7℃ | 0.8℃ | 52.4mm | 1cm | Winter coatDown or heavy coat, gloves |
| Feb | 9.9℃ | 1.0℃ | 63.1mm | 3cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Mar | 13.9℃ | 3.6℃ | 105.1mm | — | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Apr | 19.8℃ | 8.7℃ | 98.9mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| May | 24.9℃ | 13.9℃ | 138.5mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Jun | 28.1℃ | 18.4℃ | 184.1mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Jul | 31.7℃ | 23.0℃ | 173.5mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Aug | 33.4℃ | 24.1℃ | 127.9mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Sep | 28.8℃ | 20.1℃ | 159mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Oct | 22.6℃ | 13.5℃ | 134.7mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Nov | 17.1℃ | 7.3℃ | 71.2mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Dec | 11.6℃ | 3.0℃ | 56.8mm | — | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
Clothing tips are based on the normal high temperature and snow depth. Bring an extra layer for mornings and evenings.
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Seasons
Nara Through the Seasons
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Spring
Mar–MayOmizutori in early March, then cherry blossoms in Nara Park and on Mt. Yoshino from the end of March through April. The fresh greenery season is beautiful here too.
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Summer
Jun–AugHighs of 32–33°C. During the Nara Tokae in August, Nara Park glows with candlelight.
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Autumn
Sep–NovThe Shosoin Exhibition runs from late October to early November. Autumn leaves in Nara Park peak from mid to late November.
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Winter
Dec–FebMornings drop to around 1°C. In January, the grass on Mt. Wakakusa is set alight for Wakakusa Yamayaki.
Events
Events & festivals in Nara
January
MarchShuni-e (Omizutori) at Todai-ji Nigatsu-do
Kansai ・ Nara
Every year, March 1–14 (Otaimatsu nightly around 19:00; 19:30 on the 12th, 18:30 on the 14th)
2027 (the 1,276th): Mar 1 – Mar 14
October–NovemberAnnual Exhibition of Shōsōin Treasures
Kansai ・ Nara
Usually late October to early November (about 2–3 weeks)
2026 (78th): Oct 24 – Nov 9, open every day during the exhibition
DecemberKasuga Wakamiya On-matsuri Festival
Kansai ・ Nara
Usually December 15–18 (the Owatari-shiki starts at noon on December 17)
2026: Dec 15 (Tue) – Dec 18 (Fri); Owatari-shiki on Dec 17 (Thu)
Cherry Blossoms
Cherry Blossoms in Nara
MountainAutumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves in Nara
Park🍁 Typical peak
Temple
Temple
ShrineAirport Access
Getting to Nara from the airport
Compare trains, buses and taxis from the airport by travel time and fare.
Travel Passes
Travel passes you can use in Nara
🚃 Private railwayKINTETSU RAIL PASS
Kansai ・ 1day is valid for 1 day of use, 2day for 2 consecutive days, and 5day and 5day plus for 5 consecutive days (from the first day of use)
From ¥1,900
🚄 JRJapan Rail Pass
Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed
From ¥50,000
Getting Around
Getting to and from Nara
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Nara TripPR
Other Areas
Weather in Other Areas
Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (climate normals 1991-2020). Compiled by tripuuu.log. Temperature and snow figures are normals from the Nara station; actual weather varies from year to year.
