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Gion

Kyoto, Japan
Best timeOct–Dec
Set inKyoto, Japan
In season~63°F high
Climate
Data source

Climate

Source

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).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

36–93°F
CurrencyJPY
LanguageJapanese
TimezoneUTC+09:00
On the map
Map showing the location of Gion
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather

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

Sunny share of daylightNov · 53%
WarmestAug · 93°F
WettestJul
Best windowOct–Dec
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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.
Weather data & source

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 historic geisha quarter of wooden machiya and lantern-lit lanes.

Best time to visit

Aim for Oct–Dec, the 3 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Fushimi Inari Taisha
3 mi away
Kinkaku-ji
4 mi away
Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
4 mi away
Fushimi-ku
5 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Gion?

The best time to visit Gion is October–December, in Kyoto, Japan.

Where is Gion?

Gion is in Kyoto, Japan.

What is Gion known for?

Kyoto's historic geisha quarter of wooden machiya and lantern-lit lanes.

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