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Furano, Japan · Alpine mountain climate

Furano in September: go or not?

Good time. Furano in September gets 7.5/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 43.35°N · 142.38°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Furano · September
7.5
12–21°
Temperature
32%
Rain
6h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Jeremy Bishop via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Off-season for skiing Furano — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude.

September ranks 3 out of 12 months in Furano. Compared to August: −4°C daytime, 9 pts fewer rainy days, +0.7h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
5 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
13°
Daylight
12.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 25
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Furano is July (8.0/10), 0.5 pt higher than September.

See July →See all 12 months →
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Plan your trip

Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a mountain stay.

Country · Japan

🗣️LanguageJapanese
💶CurrencyYen japonais (¥)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+2.27°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 26°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · -4°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘDecember · 49%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude235 m
🎿Ski area235 → 1074 m
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
Location

Where is Furano ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Japan
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 8.0 → 0.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
43.35°N · 142.38°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Furano?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: March (ski score 8.2/10). For hiking/summer: March (8.2/10, 3.0°C).
Can you ski in Furano in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 7.3/10. Cold temperatures (-4°C max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Furano in summer?
In March, temperatures average 3.0°C. Best period for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Furano?
November is the wettest month with November has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Furano in September?
The average UV index reaches 5 in September in Furano (moderate), with about 12.3h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.