Kobe Holiday Weather Overview
The city of Kobe is one of Japan's biggest and is situated on Osaka Bay, on the south side of Honshu Island. Kobe is famed as the source of Kobe beef, for its hot springs, picturesque harbour and convenient access to the multiple draws on Mt Rocco as well as its fine nightlife, live music and shopping venues.
In Kobe itself Ikuta shrine, Kobe Port Tower, the Piazza Kobe flea market arcade, The Mosaic entertainment precinct, Chinatown, Meriken Park, Hakutsuru Sake Distillery Museum and the legendary Chicken George music club all contribute to the city's diverse draws. Near Mosaic, visitors can board a harbour cruise tour boat.
A different aspect of the city can be experienced by taking the cable car up Mt Rocco. The night views over the city and harbour are consistently rated among the globe's best. During the day, the mountain is a great place for hiking and has attractions that include the Alpine Botanical Garden and Nunobiki Falls. The hot springs, Arima Onsen, are beside Mt Rocco.
When is the best month to visit Kobe?
Spring or autumn are the best times to visit as the weather in Kobe in these seasons is especially conducive to a pleasant holiday. The humidity and rainfall at these times is not too bad, and does not require an umbrella to be carried in daypacks. In autumn, the forests on Mt Rocco offer a vibrant image with a vast array of colours on display.
Climate in Kobe
The weather in Kobe is generally quite warm, but with the possibility of rain at any time of the year. The main rainfall occurs during summer. There are two periods: June and July, and September, when it rains quite heavily. The Kobe weather cycles have four seasons: summer (mid-June to the end of September), autumn (the end of September to December), winter (December to mid-March) and spring (mid-March to mid-June). Average temperatures range up from -1°C in January to slightly over 30°C in August.
Kobe, the fifth-largest city in Japan, experiences a humid subtropical climate.
Summer in Kobe
Summer comes in early June and lasts till early October in Kobe. The season receives a great level of rainfall. In fact, the summer months are considered as rainy season. June is the wettest month of the year when Kobe receives more than 200mm of precipitation while August remains the hottest with the average high of 33°C and the sunniest with more than 210 hours of sunshine. Overall, the average high in the season does not fall below 28°C while the low stands around 22°C.
Winter in Kobe
From November till March Kobe goes through a temperate weather with the average high of 14°C. The minimums, on the other hand, fluctuate between 7-3°C that brings chilly evening for the tourists. January is the coldest month of the year when temperature falls below 3°C. Although nighttime becomes cold and although the season too receives a little rainfall, it is the best season to visit Kobe.
What to pack and wear in Kobe?
The summertime Kobe weather is warm and humid and all visitors need to pack are sets of light clothing with shorts and t-shirts a must. Sandals and trainers are okay for city wear, but tourists planning to go hiking on Mt Rocco might need a sturdier pair of shoes. In winter, visitors should include heavy clothes, a good jacket and warm shoes.
Best months to visit Kobe?
May and October are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Kobe. The weather averages gathered from Kobe weather forecast and Kobe weather history also forecast these months temperature to be around 23°c and average of 215.3333 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Kobe?
January and February are the coldest months with temperature at around 3°c.
Which months receive most rainfall in Kobe?
July and September receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 255.69mm.
Travelling to Kobe? Check out our Weather averages of Kobe to better plan your holiday or travel.
If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Kobe section.