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Which month does it snow in Osaka?

Other cities like Osaka and Kyoto experience snow, too, with an average of 15.5 and 24.7 days, respectively. Much like Tokyo, Osaka can experience heavy snowfall around January and February. It can even have heavier snowfall than Tokyo, but it has a shorter winter period.



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August is the hottest month in Osaka with an average temperature of 29°C (84°F) and the coldest is January at 6°C (43°F) with the most daily sunshine hours at 6.7 in August. The wettest month is June with an average of 230mm of rain.

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You can visit Osaka at any time of year because the weather is temperate. The best times to visit Osaka are the fall (October/November) and spring (March/April/May). Summer (June/July/August) in Osaka is hot and humid. Winter (December/January/February) in Osaka is cold but not too cold for traveling.

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How many days should I spend in Osaka? I recommend at least 5 days to see the must-see of the Kansai region, namely Osaka and Kyoto. But it would be better if you could stay for at least 8 days, which will allow you to visit all the best highlights of Kansai: Osaka, Kyoto, Nara, Kobe, Himeji, and Hiroshima.

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April. Besides autumn, April is often considered the best time to visit Japan because the cherry blossom are in bloom and the weather is pleasantly mild.

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It might rain or even snow a few times during the month. The snow doesn't stick on the ground for more than an hour or so.

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Winter in Japan lasts from late December to mid-March with temperatures from 30 to 45 F (0 to 8 C). Winter is great for frugal travelers – if you avoid the holidays, winter is one of the cheapest times to visit Japan. After the holidays pass, mid-January to mid-March is also the least crowded time to visit.

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June is the wettest month of the year across Honshu, with tropical showers occurring until early July. In terms of temperature and weather conditions, spring and autumn are typically the most pleasant times of the year to visit Honshu.

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If you want to be at the heart of everything, Tokyo can be your best bet. But, if you want to enjoy a lower cost of living and friendlier neighbors, Osaka can be the better choice. Both cities have something unique to offer, and living in either city can be a fantastic experience.

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Osaka is a charming, relaxed city best known for its food, fun and nightlife—with some history and culture peeking through. Osaka is only a short shinkansen ride from Tokyo, but has a very different personality to Japan's capital city.

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