Mount Fuji Climate and Average Weather
Climate of Mount Fuji: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climate in Mount Fuji 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 | 6° | -10° | 1,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 8° | -9° | 5,4 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| March | 13° | -2° | 11,6 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| April | 28° | 12° | 11,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| May | 33° | 19° | 14,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| June | 39° | 28° | 17,9 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| July | 47° | 36° | 12,3 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| August | 47° | 37° | 7,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 44° | 33° | 11,2 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| October | 32° | 21° | 11,0 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| November | 23° | 9° | 6,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| December | 12° | -3° | 3,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Polar. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Mount Fuji
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Mount Fuji compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Mount Fuji.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration | 0 mi | 21°F | about the same | 113 in |
| Mount Fuji | 0 mi | 21°F | about the same | 113 in |
| Tokyo | 56 mi | 62°F | +74°F warmer | 59 in |
| Shibuya | 58 mi | 62°F | +74°F warmer | 60 in |
| Shibuya Crossing | 58 mi | 62°F | +74°F warmer | 60 in |
Best time to visit Mount Fuji
Go in January, August and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: March, April and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Mount Fuji
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 46°F is in line with the 47°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 75°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid March, April and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Mount Fuji is a tourist attraction in Japan. Mount Fuji is a landmark known for Japan's sacred volcano.
Right now it is 44°F (6°C) in Mount Fuji with light rain. It feels like 40°F. Today runs from 35°F to 46°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 3.4/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Mount Fuji is January, August and December. The climate is polar. March, April and October tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 47°F, while January is the coldest with lows near -10°F.
The closest major airport is Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), about 61 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mount Fuji, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration, Shibuya Crossing and Senso-ji Temple.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 46°F is in line with the 47°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Mount Fuji today at 9.3/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Mount Fuji?
Mount Fuji is a tourist attraction in Japan. Its coordinates are 35.3606, 138.7274. It lies in Asia.
What is the weather like in Mount Fuji right now?
It is currently 44°F (6°C) with light rain. Humidity is 92% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Mount Fuji?
January, August and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Mount Fuji, which has a polar climate. March, April and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Mount Fuji in?
Mount Fuji observes Asia/Tokyo (UTC+09:00). The local time is 11:34 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Mount Fuji?
The closest airports are Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND), 61 mi away, Narita International Airport (NRT), 98 mi away and Kansai International Airport (KIX), 208 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Mount Fuji?
Popular options include Mount Fuji, Fujisan, Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration, Shibuya Crossing, Senso-ji Temple, Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto and Fushimi Inari Taisha.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 24, 2026 at 11:34 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
