Japan
Things to do in Kyoto
Day trips, boat tours and food tours and more, with the best month for each. Kyoto is most comfortable for sightseeing in April and November.
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Popular tours in Kyoto
From Kyoto / Osaka: Kyoto Must-see Spots & Nara Park One Day TourFrom $54View 
Kyoto Gion Geisha District Walking Tour - The Stories of GeishaFrom $24View 
Hidden Kyoto E-Biking tourFrom $113View 
Kyoto Private Day Trip - Enjoy Your First-Time Visit to Kyoto!From $97View 
Kyoto Early Morning Tour with English Speaking GuideFrom $101View 
Kyoto Customized Private Tour in 1 Day with Licensed GuideFrom $107View
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Kyoto month by month
Kyoto weather by month
Averages for Kyoto. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 48 (9) | 50 (10) | 57 (14) | 68 (20) | 77 (25) | 83 (28) | 90 (32) | 93 (34) | 85 (29) | 74 (23) | 63 (17) | 53 (12) |
| Low °F (°C) | 35 (2) | 35 (2) | 40 (4) | 49 (9) | 58 (15) | 67 (19) | 74 (24) | 76 (25) | 69 (21) | 58 (14) | 47 (8) | 38 (4) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 13 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 8 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:08 pm | 5:39 pm | 6:04 pm | 6:29 pm | 6:53 pm | 7:12 pm | 7:12 pm | 6:46 pm | 6:05 pm | 5:23 pm | 4:52 pm | 4:46 pm |
Day trips from Kyoto
- Lake Biwa 32 mi
- Japan's largest lake, with lakeside towns and cycling.
- Amanohashidate 50 mi
- A pine-covered sandbar, one of Japan's 'three great views'.
- Himeji 63 mi
- Japan's finest original castle, the white 'heron'.
- Kobe 39 mi
- A harbour city known for its beef and hillside views.
Questions
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
For walking around and sightseeing, April and November. August is the warmest month at about 93°F (34°C), and January the coolest at about 48°F (9°C).
What is the rainiest month in Kyoto?
June, with about 13 rainy days. Book outdoor tours early in your stay that month, so there's room to move them.