Current weather and clothing

The weather information shown here is the information closest to the station in question. Please note that there may be slight differences.

Yearly temperature changes and recommended clothing

Clothing recommendations for each temperature range

When traveling in Japan with the following average temperatures, the recommended clothing is as follows:

Monthly changes in temperature, precipitation, and snowfall (1991~2020 average, Japan Meteorological Agency survey)

Winter

December

December in Otsu City has an average temperature of 6.5°C, with a total rainfall of 60.2mm. The average high temperature is 10.5°C, and the average low temperature is 2.8°C. The average wind speed is 1.8m/s and the total daily sunshine hours are 133.1 hours.

Visitors are advised to bring warm clothing, such as a heavy coat and gloves, as well as an umbrella, as the weather can be chilly and rainy. Women can wear a heavy jacket, hat, and gloves, while men can wear a thick sweater and a warm coat.

January

The average temperature in January is 4.1 degrees Celsius, with the highest temperature being 7.9 degrees Celsius and the lowest being 0.7 degrees Celsius. The average precipitation is 56.8 mm. The average wind speed is 1.9 m/s and the average sunshine duration is 120.4 hours.

For tourists visiting from abroad, it is recommended to dress in warm layers as it can be chilly in January. For men, a heavy coat, gloves, and a hat would be suitable, and for women, a warm coat, scarf, and boots would be ideal.

February

The average temperature in February is 4.4 degrees Celsius, with the highest temperature being 8.5 degrees Celsius and the lowest being 0.6 degrees Celsius. The average precipitation is 69.7 mm. The average wind speed is 1.9 m/s and the average sunshine duration is 125.4 hours.

As it can still be cold in February, visitors should dress in warm layers. For men, a heavy coat, gloves, and a hat would be suitable, and for women, a warm coat, scarf, and boots would be ideal.

Spring

March

March in Otsu city has an average temperature of 7.6°C and an average rainfall of 117.9mm. The highest daily temperature during this month is around 12.6°C, while the lowest daily temperature is around 3.2°C. The average wind speed is 1.9 m/s, and there is about 160.9 hours of daylight.

For visitors from overseas, it is recommended to bring a coat or jacket as well as a light sweater or long-sleeve shirt for the cool temperature, and an umbrella for the rainy days. For men, a light jacket or windbreaker and a pair of pants would be suitable, while women can opt for a light coat, a sweater and a pair of pants or a skirt.

April

April in Otsu city has an average temperature of 13.1°C and an average rainfall of 125.6mm. The highest daily temperature during this month is around 18.6°C, while the lowest daily temperature is around 8.0°C. The average wind speed is 1.8 m/s, and there is about 183.0 hours of daylight.

For visitors from overseas, it is recommended to bring a light jacket or windbreaker, a sweater or long-sleeve shirt for the cool temperature in the early morning and late evening, and an umbrella for the rainy days. For men, a light jacket or windbreaker, a long-sleeve shirt and a pair of pants would be suitable, while women can opt for a light coat, a sweater and a pair of pants or a skirt.

May

May in Otsu City is characterized by average temperature of 18.2℃ and precipitation of 156.9mm. The average high temperature is 23.7℃ and average low temperature is 13.3℃, with an average wind speed of 1.8m/s and 192.8 hours of sunlight.

For visitors from overseas, it’s recommended to bring light jackets and long sleeves for the cool weather. Women can wear light dresses and cardigans, while men can wear light trousers and a shirt or t-shirt.

Summer

June

June in Otsu City has an average temperature of 22.1℃ and precipitation of 217.7mm. This month is in the rainy season, so visitors should be prepared for rain with a waterproof jacket or umbrella. The average high temperature is 26.8℃ and average low temperature is 18.2℃, with an average wind speed of 1.6m/s and 142.1 hours of sunlight.

For visitors from overseas, it’s recommended to bring a waterproof jacket and comfortable footwear for the rainy season. Women can wear light trousers or a skirt and a waterproof jacket, while men can wear light trousers and a waterproof jacket or umbrella.

July

July in Otsu city is characterized by warm weather, with an average temperature of 26.2 degrees Celsius. The average precipitation for the month is 211.8mm, with the highest temperature reaching 30.9 degrees Celsius and the lowest being 22.6 degrees Celsius. The average wind speed for the month is 1.5 meters per second and the total daylight hours is 159.3 hours.

For visitors, it is recommended to wear lightweight clothing and bring a hat and sunglasses to protect from the sun. It is also important to stay hydrated and take precautions to prevent heat exhaustion.

August

August in Otsu city sees slightly warmer temperatures with an average temperature of 27.3 degrees Celsius. The average precipitation for the month is 159.5mm, with the highest temperature reaching 32.5 degrees Celsius and the lowest being 23.5 degrees Celsius. The average wind speed is 1.7 meters per second and the total daylight hours is 202.9 hours.

In August, the number of typhoons increases, so visitors should be mindful of weather alerts and take necessary precautions. It is recommended to wear lightweight and breathable clothing, and bring a hat and sunglasses to protect from the sun. A light raincoat may also be useful in case of rain. To prevent heat exhaustion, it is important to stay hydrated and limit exposure to direct sunlight.

For both men and women, it is best to wear lightweight, breathable clothing such as cotton shirts and shorts. Women can also wear sundresses, while men can wear lightweight trousers or shorts. It is also recommended to wear comfortable shoes for walking and exploring the city.

Autumn

September

The average temperature in September is 23.3 degrees Celsius, with a high of 28.1 degrees Celsius and a low of 19.6 degrees Celsius. The total precipitation for the month is 172.0 mm. The average wind speed is 1.6 meters per second and the average daily sunshine is 150.2 hours. September is also a month where typhoons are common, so it’s important to be aware of the weather forecast and take necessary precautions.

For tourists visiting from abroad, it is recommended to pack lightweight clothing such as t-shirts and shorts, as well as a light raincoat or umbrella due to the possibility of typhoons. For men, a long-sleeved shirt and pants are also appropriate for cooler days. For women, a light sweater or cardigan is recommended to layer with t-shirts or dresses.

October

The average temperature in October is 17.4 degrees Celsius, with a high of 22.2 degrees Celsius and a low of 13.3 degrees Celsius. The total precipitation for the month is 149.1 mm. The average wind speed is 1.5 meters per second and the average daily sunshine is 157.1 hours.

For tourists visiting from abroad, it is recommended to bring warm clothing such as jackets and long pants, as well as a raincoat or umbrella. For men, a light jacket or sweater is recommended, along with pants and a shirt. For women, a light jacket or sweater, pants, and a long-sleeved shirt are appropriate.

November

November in Otsu City is characterized by an average temperature of 11.5°C and a total rainfall of 79.3mm. The average high temperature is 16.1°C and the average low temperature is 7.3°C. The average wind speed is 1.5m/s, and the total daily sunshine hours are 141.1 hours.

Visitors are advised to bring warm clothing and an umbrella as the weather can be cool and rainy. Women can wear a light jacket and a scarf, while men can wear a sweater and a jacket.