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Arashiyama

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Takeshi Kuboki from Amagasaki, Japan
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Arashiyama

Japan
Best timeNov
Set inJapan
In season~59°F high
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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32–90°F
CurrencyJPY
LanguageJapanese
TimezoneUTC+09:00
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Map showing the location of Arashiyama
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Oct–Nov. Go in Dec for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightNov · 53%
WarmestAug · 90°F
WettestJul
Best windowNov
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

Kyoto's western hills turn last. Late November, when the maples go, is the busiest week of the Japanese travel year.

Best time to visit

Aim for Nov.

Pairs well with

Kinkaku-ji
4 mi away
Gion
6 mi away
Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
6 mi away
Higashiyama-ku
6 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Arashiyama?

The best time to visit Arashiyama is November, in Japan.

Where is Arashiyama?

Arashiyama is in Japan.

What is Arashiyama known for?

Kyoto's western hills turn last. Late November, when the maples go, is the busiest week of the Japanese travel year.

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