Best time to visit Niigata

Q: When is the best time to visit Niigata?

The best time to visit Niigata is May based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Niigata?

The hottest time of year in Niigata is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Niigata?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Niigata with 216mm on average. There are normally 28 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Niigata?

The sunniest time of year in Niigata is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 48% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Niigata?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Niigata in August when the water temperature reaches 26°C.

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When is the best time to visit Niigata?

The best time to visit Niigata is May based on the following average weather conditions.

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Which is the hottest month in Niigata?

The hottest time of year in Niigata is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 31°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Niigata?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Niigata with 216mm on average. There are normally 28 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Niigata?

The sunniest time of year in Niigata is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 48% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Niigata?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Niigata in August when the water temperature reaches 26°C.