November–FebruaryHuis Ten Bosch Winter Illumination
Kyushu ・ Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
Usually early November to late February
2026–27 season: Nov 6 (Fri) – Feb 25, 2027 (Thu)
Kyushu Weather Guide
Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch Weather & What to Wear
Sasebo, Huis Ten Bosch, Kujukushima Islands
Sasebo is home to Huis Ten Bosch, a theme park that recreates a Dutch townscape, and the Kujukushima Islands, an archipelago of islands large and small. The climate is almost the same as Nagasaki City and mild even in winter, but the rainy season brings plenty of rain, with 342.2 mm in July.
- January low
- 3.6℃
- August high
- 31.8℃
- Max snow depth
- 1cm
Forecast
Forecast: Today & the Next 7 Days
JMA forecast issued Oct 22, 11 AM
Every 3 Hours: Today & Tomorrow
- Today3 PMSunny22°☂ 0%6–9m/s
- 6 PMSunny21°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 9 PMSunny19°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- Tomorrow12 AMSunny19°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 3 AMSunny18°☂ 0%3–5m/s
- 6 AMSunny17°☂ 10%3–5m/s
- 9 AMCloudy20°☂ 10%3–5m/s
- 12 PMCloudy22°☂ 60%3–5m/s
- 3 PMRain21°☂ 60%3–5m/s
- 6 PMRain21°☂ 60%3–5m/s
- 9 PMRain20°☂ 60%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)Sunny23°/16°Observed: 16°☂ 0%
- Tomorrow10/23(Fri)Sunny, then rain22°/17°☂ 60%
- 10/24(Sat)Rain—/—☂ 80%
- 10/25(Sun)Cloudy, rain at times—/—☂ 70%Reliability B
- 10/26(Mon)Cloudy, rain at times—/—☂ 70%Reliability B
- 10/27(Tue)Cloudy, brief rain—/—☂ 50%Reliability C
- 10/28(Wed)Sunny, cloudy at times—/—☂ 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.
- Temperatures from day 3 are not shown because the weekly forecast has no point for this area.
- Source: Japan Meteorological Agency (weather forecast)
Best Season
Best Time to Visit Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
Climate
Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch 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 | 10.5℃ | 3.6℃ | 63.4mm | 1cm | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Feb | 11.7℃ | 4.1℃ | 81.1mm | — | Warm jacketLight down or winter coat, sweater |
| Mar | 15.1℃ | 7.2℃ | 120.7mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Apr | 19.6℃ | 11.3℃ | 152.9mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| May | 23.8℃ | 15.8℃ | 171.1mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Jun | 26.5℃ | 20.0℃ | 328.9mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Jul | 30.1℃ | 24.4℃ | 342.2mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Aug | 31.8℃ | 25.2℃ | 255.4mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Sep | 28.7℃ | 21.8℃ | 195.6mm | — | T-shirtT-shirt, with a light layer for evenings and air conditioning |
| Oct | 24.0℃ | 16.4℃ | 98.6mm | — | T-shirt + layerT-shirt, plus light long sleeves for mornings and evenings |
| Nov | 18.5℃ | 10.5℃ | 101.6mm | — | Long sleeves + jacketLong sleeves with a light jacket or hoodie |
| Dec | 12.9℃ | 5.7℃ | 77.5mm | — | 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.
Where to Stay · Agoda
Places to Stay near Sasebo & Huis Ten BoschPR
PR8.0ホテル リソル佐世保
★★★Check rates on Agoda3,534 reviews0.8 km from center
PR8.0佐世保ワシントンホテル
★★★Check rates on Agoda2,291 reviews0.9 km from center
PR8.1クインテッサホテル佐世保
★★★Check rates on Agoda1,786 reviews1.5 km from center
PR8.6東横INN佐世保駅前
★★★Check rates on Agoda994 reviews0.8 km from center
PR8.6弓張の丘ホテル
★★★★Check rates on Agoda974 reviews2.7 km from center
PR7.7スマイルホテル佐世保
★★★Check rates on Agoda1,120 reviews1.5 km from center
Prices and availability are shown on Agoda.
Seasons
Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch Through the Seasons
🌸
Spring
Mar–MayMarch highs are around 15°C, with mornings around 7°C, so some days feel chilly. April and May get warm and comfortable.
☀️
Summer
Jun–AugThe rainy season usually runs from around June 4 to around July 19. In July and August, highs are around 30–32°C and the sun is strong, so bring a hat and sunscreen.
🍁
Autumn
Sep–NovWatch out for typhoons in September. October has lots of sunny days and highs around 24°C, a comfortable season.
❄️
Winter
Dec–FebThe average January high is 10.5°C, with mornings around 4°C. The wind on the coast feels cold, so wear a warm coat at night.
Events
Events & festivals in Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
November–FebruaryAutumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves in Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
TempleAttractions
Attractions in Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
Theme parkHuis Ten Bosch
Kyushu ・ Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
A theme park resort in Sasebo, Nagasaki Prefecture, recreating Dutch townscapes. Attractions, shops, restaurants, and hotels are spread across large grounds laced with canals. It's about a 5-minute walk from JR Huis Ten Bosch Station and about 1 hour 45 minutes by limited express from Hakata, so a day trip from Fukuoka is possible.
AquariumKujukushima Aquarium Umi Kirara
Kyushu ・ Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
An aquarium in Kujukushima Pearl Sea Resort in Sasebo. It focuses on sea life from the Kujukushima Islands, and its jellyfish exhibit and dolphin shows are popular. The Kujukushima sightseeing boat pier is in the same resort, so you can enjoy it together with a cruise.
Travel Passes
Travel passes you can use in Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch
🚄 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
🚄 JRJapan Rail Pass
Nationwide ・ Three types: 7, 14 or 21 days. The period of use cannot be extended or changed
From ¥50,000
Plan Your Trip
Plan Your Sasebo & Huis Ten Bosch 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 Sasebo station; actual weather varies from year to year.
