AI-generatedFuji, Japan at a glance
- Best time
- Apr – May, Oct – Nov
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 26.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,180 h
- Rain a year
- 2,480 mm
- Climate
- Temperate
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Elevation
- 9 m
Climate in Fuji, Japan
Fuji, Japan has a temperate climate with warm summers and cool winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 11 °C. With around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year, Fuji, Japan is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 6.7 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Fuji, Japan
The best time to visit Fuji, Japan is from April to May and from October to November. In October, though, the typhoon season is at its peak: check the forecast before you go. The sea reaches 26.9 °C in August, but rain or cool air gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in November. Rain is frequent in March and from June to September; the wettest month is July with 329 mm.
Fuji, Japan through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Fuji, Japan in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 15–23 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Fuji, Japan in summer
Jun – Aug
Fair
- 26–31 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 52 rainy days in all
Fuji, Japan in autumn
Sep – Nov
Good
- 18–28 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 42 rainy days in all
Fuji, Japan in winter
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 11–13 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Mar, Jun – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: May, October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: April – May, October – November
October is the peak of the typhoon season Hurricane season
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindStorm season
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 19°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 22°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
05:5017:12
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:34–06:24 · evening 16:37–17:27
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:25–05:34 · evening 17:27–17:37
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Fuji, Japan compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 25° at the start of the month to 20° at the end. The sea cools from 25° to 22°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 25° | 20° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 13° |
| Sea | 25° | 22° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Fuji, Japan in October?
In October, Fuji, Japan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 239 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min05:50 – 17:12
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 5 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 59 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+9offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %33 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %29 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Fuji, Japan
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
November has the better holiday weather in Fuji, Japan: score 72 against 65. In November, days are 5 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in November. November has 2 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in November.
| Month | October | November |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 72better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 10° |
| Sea | 23.3° | 20.9° |
| Sunshine | 5.0 h | 5.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 14 | 12better |
| Rainfall | 239 mm | 153 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 5 | 0better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Fuji, Japan month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
48January11° · Sea 16° · 6.7 h
In January, Fuji, Japan is cool: daytime highs average 11 °C, and nights cool down to about 3 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 88 mm. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in January47February12° · Sea 15° · 6.6 h
In February, Fuji, Japan is cool: daytime highs average 12 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 15.1 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.6 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 124 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in February55March15° · Sea 15° · 6.4 h
In March, Fuji, Japan is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 15.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 212 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in March71April19° · Sea 17° · 6.5 h
In April, Fuji, Japan is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 231 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in April70May23° · Sea 19° · 6.4 h
In May, Fuji, Japan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 246 mm. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in May58June26° · Sea 22° · 4.8 h
In June, Fuji, Japan is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 294 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in June43July30° · Sea 25° · 5.5 h
In July, Fuji, Japan is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 18 days, adding up to 329 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in July41August31° · Sea 27° · 6.3 h
In August, Fuji, Japan is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 213 mm. On about 21 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in August57September28° · Sea 26° · 5.0 h
In September, Fuji, Japan is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 26.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 263 mm. On about 6 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in September65October23° · Sea 23° · 5.0 h
In October, Fuji, Japan is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 239 mm. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in October72November18° · Sea 21° · 5.8 h
In November, Fuji, Japan is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 153 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in November59December13° · Sea 18° · 6.5 h
In December, Fuji, Japan is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 18.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 90 mm. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Fuji, Japan.
Fuji, Japan in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Fuji, Japan
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 16°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 5 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in January (3°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to March, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 108 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 48 | 11° | 3° | 15.9° | 6.7 h | 8 | 88 |
| FebruaryFeb | 47 | 12° | 4° | 15.1° | 6.6 h | 10 | 124 |
| MarchMar | 55 | 15° | 6° | 15.3° | 6.4 h | 13 | 212 |
| AprilApr | 71 | 19° | 10° | 16.7° | 6.5 h | 14 | 231 |
| MayMay | 70 | 23° | 15° | 19.0° | 6.4 h | 14 | 246 |
| JuneJun | 58 | 26° | 19° | 21.7° | 4.8 h | 17 | 294 |
| JulyJul | 43 | 30° | 22° | 24.6° | 5.5 h | 18 | 329 |
| AugustAug | 41 | 31° | 24° | 26.9° | 6.3 h | 17 | 213 |
| SeptemberSep | 57 | 28° | 21° | 26.0° | 5.0 h | 16 | 263 |
| OctoberOct | 65 | 23° | 16° | 23.3° | 5.0 h | 14 | 239 |
| NovemberNov | 72 | 18° | 10° | 20.9° | 5.8 h | 12 | 153 |
| DecemberDec | 59 | 13° | 6° | 18.0° | 6.5 h | 8 | 90 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Fuji, Japan
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 22.1 – 24.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Fuji, Japan ranges from 15.1 °C in February to 26.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
From October to March the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 25.9 and 27.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 15.9° | 14.8° | 16.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 15.1° | 14.2° | 16.1° | cold |
| MarchMar | 15.3° | 14.1° | 16.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 16.7° | 15.7° | 17.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 19.0° | 18.1° | 20.0° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 21.7° | 20.8° | 22.7° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 24.6° | 23.7° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 26.9° | 25.9° | 27.5° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.0° | 25.0° | 27.0° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 23.3° | 22.1° | 24.2° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 20.9° | 19.9° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 18.0° | 16.9° | 19.1° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Fuji, Japan
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 5.0 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Fuji, Japan, 44 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Fuji, Japan: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Fuji, Japan has about 14 rainy days with 239 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Fuji, Japan
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 25 min
- Fair skin
- about 30 min
- Light brown skin
- about 45 min
- Olive skin
- about 60 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Fuji, Japan
How breezy and how cloudy Fuji, Japan is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Fuji, Japan typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 59 % of the sky over Fuji, Japan: variable cloud, with about 5.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Fuji, Japan
How often the day gets hot in Fuji, Japan (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Fuji, Japan has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Fuji, Japan
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Fuji, Japan in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Fuji, Japan has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 68) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 42).
- 66
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
GoodBest holidays
- 24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.1 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
- 42
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain, Storm season
- 65
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Storm season
- 54
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 12 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 12 h 5 min
- Distance
- 9,590 km
- Time zone
- UTC+9
- Jet lag
- About 8 days (8 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Japan
- Currency
- Japanese Yen (JPY)
- Language
- Japanese
- Sockets
- Type A, B · 100 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +81
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Only 100 V: chargers marked 100–240 V work, other devices need a voltage converter.
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
Storm season
Fuji, Japan lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June: Season
- July: Season
- August: Peak
- September: Peak
- October: Peak
- November: Season
- December
Official season dates of the regional warning centres (NOAA, JMA, IMD, Météo-France, BoM, Fiji Meteorological Service); not a forecast.
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Fuji vs Mishima
In October the holiday weather in Fuji and Mishima is about equally good (score 65 vs 65). During the day it is about as warm in Mishima as in Fuji. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Fuji | Mishima |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 65 | 65 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 23° | 23° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 5 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 14 |
| Best time | Apr – May, Oct – Nov | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
Best places in the country
Japan in October: the best places
In October, Fuji ranks 11 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Toyota24°75
- 2Okazaki23°75
- 3Toyohashi24°24°72
- 4Iwata24°24°69
- 5Hamamatsu24°24°69
- 6Karuizawa18°68
- 7Takasaki22°68
- 8Maebashi22°68
- 11FujiThis page23°23°65
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Frequently asked questions about Fuji, Japan
When is the best time to visit Fuji, Japan?
The best time to visit Fuji, Japan is from April to May and from October to November. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Fuji, Japan?
The sea temperature in Fuji, Japan ranges from 15.1 °C in February to 26.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to November.
Can you swim in Fuji, Japan in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 23.3 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Fuji, Japan?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 11 °C.
When does it rain most in Fuji, Japan?
Rain is frequent in March and from June to September; the wettest month is July with 329 mm. The driest month is January with 88 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Fuji, Japan get?
Fuji, Japan gets around 2,180 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 6.7 hours a day; in June there are 4.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Fuji, Japan in?
Fuji, Japan is on UTC+9 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Fuji, Japan?
A nonstop flight from London to Fuji, Japan takes about 12 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 9,590 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
When is typhoon season in Fuji, Japan?
Fuji, Japan lies in an area that Pacific typhoons can reach. The typhoon season runs from June to November, with most storms from August to October. A direct hit on any one place is rare, but if you travel then, keep an eye on weather warnings and book flexibly.
Which school holidays are best for Fuji, Japan?
Fuji, Japan has its best school-holiday weather during May half-term (score 68) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 66, May half-term 68, summer holidays 42, October half-term 65, Christmas holidays 54.