Best Time to Visit Kansai International Airport
Best time to visit Kansai International Airport: August, September and November. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Kansai International Airport
Go in August, September and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: February, March and June - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Kansai International Airport month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49° | 38° | 1,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 51° | 39° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 43° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 53° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 73° | 59° | 7,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 79° | 68° | 12,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 89° | 77° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 90° | 79° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 75° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 74° | 63° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 63° | 52° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 54° | 43° | 1,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Kansai International Airport compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kansai International Airport.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Himeji-jo | 42 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 57 in |
| Fushimi Inari Taisha | 48 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 63 in |
| Gion | 50 mi | 61°F | 34°F cooler | 63 in |
| Kyoto | 50 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 63 in |
| Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto | 50 mi | 61°F | 35°F cooler | 63 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and June - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Kansai International Airport is an airport in Osaka. Kansai International Airport (KIX) is a commercial airport.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in Kansai International Airport with clear. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 81°F to 85°F. Chance of precipitation is 4%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Kansai International Airport is August, September and November. The climate is continental. February, March and June tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 38°F.
The closest major airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), about 268 mi away. Nearby highlights include Himeji-jo, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and Shirahama Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 85°F is 5.2°F below the 90°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Kansai International Airport today at 9.6/10. Visibility is down to 2,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Kansai International Airport right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:00 PM, Aug 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 86° / 76°
Thunderstorm · 55% rain · wind 9 mph
🌦️ 90° / 80°
Light drizzle · 59% rain · wind 10 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kansai International Airport?
Kansai International Airport is an airport in Osaka. Its coordinates are 34.4273, 135.244. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Kansai International Airport right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Kansai International Airport?
August, September and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Kansai International Airport, which has a continental climate. February, March and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kansai International Airport in?
Kansai International Airport observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 6:00 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Kansai International Airport?
The closest airports are Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 268 mi away and Narita International Airport (NRT), 305 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Kansai International Airport?
Popular options include Himeji-jo, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Shirahama Beach, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration and Mount Fuji.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (airports) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
