01Weather
Kyoto weather in June
Afternoons in June average 28.7 °C (84 °F) and nights cool to 19.9 °C (68 °F). The month brings about 178 mm (7.0 in) of rain spread over roughly 11 days. Compared with May it is 3.4 °C warmer; July is 4.5 °C warmer again.
What the averages hide
| In a typical June | Value | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Warm afternoons (90th percentile) | 33 °C / 92 °F | one day in ten is at least this warm |
| Cool afternoons (10th percentile) | 24 °C / 75 °F | one day in ten stays below this |
| Cold nights (10th percentile) | 16 °C / 61 °F | one night in ten is colder than this |
| Days above 30 °C (86 °F) | 12.4 | per month, average 2016–2025 |
| Nights at or below 0 °C (32 °F) | 0.0 | frost mornings per month |
| Chance of rain on any given day | 35 % | at least 1 mm |
| Hottest / coldest June day 2016–2025 | 37.2 °C / 12.6 °C | extremes in the ten-year record |
02Daylight
Sunrise, sunset and the length of the day
| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 June | 04:44 | 19:05 | 14.4 h |
| 15 June | 04:42 | 19:12 | 14.5 h |
| 30 June | 04:46 | 19:15 | 14.5 h |
Daylight grows by about 6 minutes over the month. Times are local (Asia/Tokyo).
03Crowds
How busy Kyoto is in June
moderate The main sights are moderate in June. What drives it:
- rainy season
- hydrangeas
- no holidays
04Public holidays
Public holidays in June 2027
No public holidays in Japan fall in June, so shops and museums keep normal hours all month.
05Events
What's on in Kyoto in June
No major recurring events fall in June.
07Packing
What to pack for Kyoto in June
- light, breathable clothing
- sun hat and sunscreen
- refillable water bottle
- a compact umbrella or hooded rain jacket, rain falls on roughly one day in three
- something for heat: 12 days a month pass 30 °C on average
08Editor's notes
What the numbers don't tell you
June is the rainy season, with grey, humid days around 27 °C and drizzle on about twelve days, but hydrangeas at Mimurotoji and Fujinomori and moss gardens at their greenest. It is the cheapest month of spring and early summer. Rain rarely falls all day; mornings are often dry. The Takigi Noh fire-lit performances at Heian Shrine fall in early June.
The Kibune and Takao riverside dining platforms are open. The Gion Matsuri preparations begin in late June. The Saiho-ji moss garden, by application, is at its best. Daylight passes fourteen and a half hours. For the hot, humid festival month with the Gion Matsuri parades, see July.
09Compare
Kyoto month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Sun h | Crowds | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10 °C | 2 °C | 6 | – | quiet | Good |
| February | 11 °C | 2 °C | 8 | – | quiet | Good |
| March | 16 °C | 6 °C | 9 | – | busy | Mixed |
| April | 21 °C | 10 °C | 9 | – | very busy | Good |
| May | 25 °C | 15 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| June | 29 °C | 20 °C | 11 | – | moderate | Excellent |
| July | 33 °C | 25 °C | 13 | – | busy | Mixed |
| August | 34 °C | 26 °C | 8 | – | busy | Good |
| September | 30 °C | 23 °C | 10 | – | moderate | Good |
| October | 24 °C | 16 °C | 8 | – | busy | Excellent |
| November | 18 °C | 10 °C | 7 | – | very busy | Good |
| December | 12 °C | 4 °C | 7 | – | moderate | Good |
Not sure about June? See the best time to visit Kyoto.
10Elsewhere
June in nearby cities
| City | High | Rain days |
|---|---|---|
| Tokyo in June | 27 °C | 12 |
| Seoul in June | 28 °C | 17 |
| Shanghai in June | 29 °C | 15 |
| Beijing in June | 33 °C | 9 |
| Bangkok in June | 35 °C | 21 |
| Singapore in June | 32 °C | 12 |
11FAQ
Kyoto in June: your questions
Is June a good time to visit Kyoto?
June is one of the best months to visit Kyoto. Daytime highs average 29 °C (84 °F), rain falls on about 11 days, and hotel arrivals run above the yearly average, so the main sights are moderate.
What is the weather like in Kyoto in June?
Expect warm days around 29 °C (84 °F) and nights near 20 °C (68 °F). One June in ten brings afternoons above 33 °C, and one in ten stays below 24 °C.
Does it rain a lot in Kyoto in June?
June brings about 178 mm (7.0 in) of rain over roughly 11 days, which is showery by Kyoto standards. On any given day the chance of at least 1 mm of rain is 35 percent.
What should I wear in Kyoto in June?
Pack light, breathable clothing, sun hat and sunscreen, refillable water bottle.
Is Kyoto crowded in June?
The main sights are moderate in June. Main drivers: rainy season; hydrangeas; no holidays.
What time does it get dark in Kyoto in June?
Around the middle of June the sun sets at about 19:12 and rises at 04:42, giving 14.5 hours of daylight.