FebruaryNagasaki Lantern Festival
Kyushu ・ Nagasaki
Usually around February, at the time of the Lunar New Year (Spring Festival) (17 days from February 5 to 21 in 2027)
2027: Feb 5 (Fri) – Feb 21 (Sun), 17 days
Kyushu Weather Guide
Nagasaki Weather & What to Wear
Nagasaki, Mt. Inasa, Glover Garden, Meganebashi Bridge
A hilly port city full of sights, including the night view from Mt. Inasa, Glover Garden, Meganebashi Bridge and Peace Park. Facing the sea, it's relatively mild even in winter, but the rainy season brings very heavy rain, with 335.9 mm in June.
- January low
- 4.0℃
- August high
- 31.9℃
- Max snow depth
- 2cm
Forecast
Forecast: Today & the Next 7 Days
JMA forecast issued Oct 22, 11 AM
Every 3 Hours: Today & Tomorrow
- Today3 PMSunny23°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 6 PMSunny20°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 PMSunny19°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- Tomorrow12 AMSunny18°☂ 0%0–2m/s
- 3 AMSunny18°☂ 0%0–2m/s
- 6 AMCloudy18°☂ 10%0–2m/s
- 9 AMCloudy20°☂ 10%0–2m/s
- 12 PMCloudy21°☂ 70%3–5m/s
- 3 PMRain21°☂ 70%3–5m/s
- 6 PMRain20°☂ 70%3–5m/s
- 9 PMRain20°☂ 70%3–5m/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)Sunny24°/16°Observed: 16°☂ 0%
- Tomorrow10/23(Fri)Cloudy, then rain22°/17°☂ 70%
- 10/24(Sat)Rain27°/20°☂ 80%
- 10/25(Sun)Cloudy, rain at times29°/23°☂ 70%Reliability B
- 10/26(Mon)Cloudy, rain at times27°/22°☂ 70%Reliability B
- 10/27(Tue)Cloudy, brief rain24°/17°☂ 50%Reliability C
- 10/28(Wed)Sunny, cloudy at times22°/15°☂ 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 Nagasaki
For festivals
The two big events are the Nagasaki Lantern Festival, when about 15,000 lanterns light up the city around the Lunar New Year, and Nagasaki Kunchi on October 7–9.
Climate
Nagasaki 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 | 10.7℃ | 4.0℃ | 63.1mm | 2cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Feb | 12.0℃ | 4.5℃ | 84mm | — | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Mar | 15.3℃ | 7.5℃ | 123.2mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Apr | 19.9℃ | 11.7℃ | 153mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| May | 23.9℃ | 16.1℃ | 160.7mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Jun | 26.5℃ | 20.2℃ | 335.9mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Jul | 30.3℃ | 24.5℃ | 292.7mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Aug | 31.9℃ | 25.3℃ | 217.9mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Sep | 28.9℃ | 21.9℃ | 186.6mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Oct | 24.1℃ | 16.5℃ | 102.1mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Nov | 18.5℃ | 11.0℃ | 100.7mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Dec | 13.1℃ | 6.0℃ | 74.8mm | 1cm | 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
Nagasaki Through the Seasons
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Spring
Mar–MayCherry blossoms usually open around March 23. April highs are around 20°C, comfortable for walking around the city.
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Summer
Jun–AugThe rainy season usually runs from around June 4 to around July 19. After it ends, highs reach around 30–32°C, and with all the hills to climb, take good precautions against the heat.
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Autumn
Sep–NovNagasaki Kunchi is held on October 7–9. October highs are around 24°C, and in November mornings drop to around 11°C.
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Winter
Dec–FebHighs around 11–13°C, with mornings around 4°C. Around the Lunar New Year, the city is lively with the Lantern Festival. Bundle up if you go out to see the night view.
Events
Events & festivals in Nagasaki
February
OctoberFireworks
Fireworks festivals in Nagasaki
🎆 JulyNagasaki Minato Matsuri (Fireworks)
Kyushu ・ Nagasaki, Nagasaki
🎆 Usually in late July (July 25 (Sat) and 26 (Sun), 2026)
About 10,000 shells (official tourism website)
Onsen
Onsen towns in Nagasaki
♨ OnsenUnzen Onsen
Kyushu ・ Unzen, Nagasaki
♨ Day use Adults ¥500, children ¥250, age 3 and under free (as of October 2026)
Private baths
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves in Nagasaki
Mountain & highland🍁 Typical peakAttractions
Attractions in Nagasaki
AquariumNagasaki Penguin Aquarium
Kyushu ・ Nagasaki
An aquarium specializing in penguins, keeping 9 of the world's 18 penguin species. It's said to keep the most penguin species in the world and has one of Japan's largest penguin pools. Admission is an affordable ¥800 for adults, and it can be reached by bus from central Nagasaki.
Airport Access
Getting to Nagasaki from the airport
Compare trains, buses and taxis from the airport by travel time and fare.
Travel Passes
Travel passes you can use in Nagasaki
🚄 JRJR KYUSHU RAIL PASS (All Kyushu / Northern Kyushu / Southern Kyushu)
Kyushu ・ 3, 5 or 7 consecutive days (Southern Kyushu is 3 days only; Northern Kyushu is 3 or 5 days)
From ¥22,000
🚌 BusSUNQ PASS
Kyushu ・ Paper passes are valid for 3 or 4 consecutive days. Digital passes: the 3-day pass covers any 3 days within 5 days from the start date, and the 4-day pass any 4 days within 7 days (each day runs from 3:00 to 26:59)
🚄 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 Nagasaki
Fukuoka (Hakata) → Nagasaki
Fastest: Fastest about 1 hr 20 min (including transfer time at Takeo-Onsen Station)
🚄 Shinkansen🚌 Highway bus
Plan Your Trip
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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 Nagasaki station; actual weather varies from year to year.
