District in Kyoto

Gion Climate and Average Weather

Climate of Gion: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.

🌤️ 84°F now🕔 9:39 AM local📅 Best: September and October

Climate in Gion month by month

Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecLine: average high · Bars: rainfall
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRating
January47°32°1,1 in★★★☆☆
February50°34°3,0 in★★★☆☆
March56°39°5,2 in★★★☆☆
April68°50°6,0 in★★★☆☆
May76°57°7,9 in★★★☆☆
June82°66°12,6 in★★★☆☆
July92°76°7,7 in★★★☆☆
August94°77°4,8 in★★★☆☆
September88°73°4,5 in★★★★
October74°58°4,9 in★★★★
November62°46°3,5 in★★★☆☆
December52°36°1,7 in★★★☆☆

Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).

Recent extremes in Gion

Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.

Hottest day104°FJul 24, 2026
Coldest night19°FFeb 9, 2026
Wettest day4,3 inAug 15, 2023

How Gion compares with nearby places

Annual averages, and the difference against Gion.

PlaceDistanceAvg tempvs hereAnnual rain
Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto1 mi61°Fabout the same63 in
Fushimi Inari Taisha3 mi61°Fabout the same63 in
Osaka27 mi63°F+34°F warmer66 in
Kansai International Airport50 mi63°F+34°F warmer61 in
Himeji-jo63 mi61°Fabout the same57 in

Best time to visit Gion

Go in September and October. 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.

January★★★☆☆
February★★★☆☆
March★★★☆☆
April★★★☆☆
May★★★☆☆
June★★★☆☆
July★★★☆☆
August★★★☆☆
September★★★★
October★★★★
November★★★☆☆
December★★★☆☆

What this means for Gion

Compared with normal

Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is in line with the 94°F typical for this month.

Rain chance explained

A 25% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.

Travel and driving

No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Worth knowing

Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.

Worth knowing

The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 78°F.

What to pack, what to skip

Pack for the next 7 days
  • Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
  • Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
  • A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
Worth avoiding
  • Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
  • If your dates are flexible, avoid February, March and June - historically the least comfortable months here.

Summary

Gion is a district in Kyoto. Gion is a district known for teahouses and geiko districts.

Right now it is 84°F (29°C) in Gion with mainly clear. It feels like 95°F. Today runs from 77°F to 95°F. Chance of precipitation is 25%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.7/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Gion is September and October. The climate is continental. February, March and June tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 94°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 32°F.

The closest major airport is Kansai International Airport (KIX), about 50 mi away. Nearby highlights include Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Himeji-jo and Shirahama Beach.

In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is in line with the 94°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Gion today at 9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Quick facts about Gion

TypeDistrict
CityKyoto
CountryJapan
ContinentAsia
Coordinates35°0′13.3″N 135°46′43.7″E (35.0037, 135.7788)
Known forteahouses and geiko districts
Local time9:39 AM (UTC+09:00)
Best monthsSeptember and October
ClimateContinental

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gion?

Gion is a district in Kyoto. Its coordinates are 35.0037, 135.7788. It lies in Asia.

What is the weather like in Gion right now?

It is currently 84°F (29°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 4 mph.

When is the best time to visit Gion?

September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Gion, which has a continental climate. February, March and June are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Gion in?

Gion observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 9:39 AM.

What is the nearest airport to Gion?

The closest airports are Kansai International Airport (KIX), 50 mi away, Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 229 mi away and Narita International Airport (NRT), 265 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Gion?

Popular options include Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Himeji-jo, Shirahama Beach, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration and Mount Fuji.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (districts) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
MethodScores, 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 25, 2026 at 9:39 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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