Kyoto · Japan
June
Rainy season — hydrangeas bloom and the temples empty, but expect rain most days.
Strong option
#9 of 12 months
There are better months for Kyoto — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
28.4°C
Low
21.2°C
Rain
183mm
Sun
5hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How June scores in Kyoto
Weather
Average
Value
Excellent
Crowds
Excellent
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Good
What you gain in June
- ↑Lowest international tourist numbers of the year: major temples genuinely accessible
- ↑Hydrangea season at Mimurotoji and Fujinomori: a less-photographed side of Kyoto in full colour
- ↑Hotel rates drop significantly: budget windows open at mid-range properties
What you sacrifice
- ↓183mm of rainfall: tsuyu (plum rain) means frequent all-day overcast or rain — outdoor plans need flexibility
- ↓Hot and humid: 21°C lows with high moisture make the air feel heavier than the temperature suggests
- ↓Limited sunshine (5 hours daily); temple gardens lose their colour under grey skies
How June compares to October (best month)
| Factor | June | October ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 4 | 8 |
| Value | 8 | 6 |
| Crowds | 8 | 5 |
June in other destinations
Lisbon (23.8°C)Barcelona (25°C)Tokyo (26.8°C)Bali (30.1°C)Santorini (23.4°C)Paris (21.7°C)New York (25.1°C)Marrakech (31.3°C)Amsterdam (19.3°C)Maldives (30.8°C)Rome (26.2°C)Bangkok (32.2°C)Istanbul (24.7°C)Vienna (23.1°C)Seoul (26°C)Dubrovnik (25.1°C)Rio de Janeiro (25.3°C)Phuket (32°C)Cape Town (17.2°C)Prague (24°C)Amalfi Coast (28°C)
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Kyoto, not across destinations. Methodology →