Japan Weather Today日本語Nikko weather today
A mountain town north of Tokyo with the richly decorated Toshogu Shrine, lakes and waterfalls. Here is today's forecast, the best time to go and what to expect in every season.
Best time to visit Nikko
May to June and October; the autumn leaves are famous but busy.
Nikko weather through the year
- Days and nights differ a lot: warm afternoons can turn into cold evenings, so pack layers all year.
- Winters are cold, often below freezing at night, with snow from December to March.
- Summers are cooler and less humid than in Tokyo or Osaka, but afternoon thunderstorms are common.
- The rainy season usually runs from early or mid June to late July.
Nikko by season
Spring (March to May)
What to do: Cherry blossom in mid to late April in town, later around Lake Chuzenji.
What to wear: Warm layers: frost is still possible in April.
Summer (June to August)
What to do: Cooler than Tokyo, a good summer escape; afternoon thunderstorms are common.
What to wear: Light clothes for the day, a fleece for the evening, and a rain jacket for thunderstorms.
Autumn (September to November)
What to do: Autumn leaves start at Lake Chuzenji in early October and reach the town in late October.
What to wear: A warm jacket; nights get cold from October.
Winter (December to February)
What to do: Snowy and cold; the frozen waterfalls and quiet shrines are beautiful.
What to wear: A proper winter coat, thermal layers, gloves, a hat and snow boots.
More than a forecast
- Hour-by-hour forecast with rain timing, feels-like temperature, UV and daily tips.
- Rain radar from JMA, 3 hours back and 15 hours ahead, plus live Himawari satellite clouds.
- Official warnings: heavy rain, heatstroke alerts, earthquakes, tsunami and typhoons, in plain English.
- Trip planner and road trips: the weather for every stop, and every rest stop on your route.
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Questions
What is the weather in Nikko today?
The 5-day forecast on this page updates automatically. Open the app for the hour-by-hour forecast, rain timing and official JMA warnings for Nikko.
When is the best time to visit Nikko?
May to June and October; the autumn leaves are famous but busy.
When is the rainy season in Nikko?
The rainy season (tsuyu) usually runs from early or mid June to late July.
Does it snow in Nikko?
Snow is common from December to March; roads can freeze, so check conditions before driving.
Is there a free weather app for Nikko in English?
Yes. Japan Weather Today is free, needs no sign-up and works in English, Japanese, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Korean. It runs in your browser and can be added to your home screen.
