Weather in Kyoto Today
Current temperature in Kyoto: 24°C (75°F). Partly Cloudy. Today's high 26°C (79°F), low 21°C (70°F).
Today's Daylight Forecast
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Air quality and UV are both favourable great conditions for a walk, run, or outdoor activity.
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Today vs Normal
The long-term average high for today is 26°C.
Air Quality
Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.
Health & Activity Advice
UV index is 3 today — moderate. Sunscreen is worth using for extended time outside, but no special precautions are needed for short trips.
Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.
Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest month in Kyoto?
The hottest month in Kyoto is typically August, with daytime highs averaging around 32.4°C (90°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 24°C (75°F).
What is the coldest month in Kyoto?
The coldest month in Kyoto is typically January, with overnight lows averaging around -0.7°C (31°F) and daytime highs near 8.2°C (47°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Freezing overnight temperatures are common during this month, so plan for icy conditions in the early morning.
Does Kyoto have a rainy season?
Kyoto doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. July is the wettest month on average (about 258 mm), while January is the driest (about 54 mm).
What's the best time of year to visit Kyoto?
The best time to visit Kyoto is typically April to May, when daytime highs average a comfortable 21.1°C (70°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 170 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.
Is Kyoto's air quality safe right now?
As of the latest reading, Kyoto's air quality index (AQI) is 9, rated "Good", based on the nearest monitoring station. Air quality is considered satisfactory, with little to no health risk.