Hakone · SummerMonth summary
Hakone weather in July
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
16°C – 23°C
🌧 Rainy days
58% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Summer
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.2/10
📅 📅 Best month
August (7.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Hakone in July?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in July (7.2/10). August scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Hakone in July by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
Local context
What to expect in July
Summer in Hakone brings pleasant temperatures (23°C) and long sunny days (10.7h of sunshine). With 58% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (7.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score | Ski score 🎿 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌨️ January | -6°C | 3°C | 27% | 2.7 | 9.6h | 4.3/10 | 8.5/10 |
| 🌨️ February | -6°C | 4°C | 36% | 4.2 | 9.5h | 4.1/10 | 8.2/10 |
| 🌦️ March | -2°C | 7°C | 48% | 8.3 | 10.0h | 4.0/10 | 7.2/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 3°C | 12°C | 50% | 8.9 | 10.6h | 4.7/10 | 5.5/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 8°C | 16°C | 49% | 9.2 | 10.2h | 6.1/10 | 4.3/10 |
| 🌦️ June | 12°C | 19°C | 61% | 13.1 | 8.9h | 6.3/10 | 3.4/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 16°C | 23°C | 58% | 11.5 | 10.7h | 7.2/10 | 3.5/10 |
| 🌦️ August | 18°C | 24°C | 58% | 8.1 | 11.4h | 7.3/10 | 3.5/10 |
| 🌦️ September | 14°C | 21°C | 62% | 10.0 | 9.3h | 7.0/10 | 3.3/10 |
| 🌦️ October | 8°C | 15°C | 56% | 9.7 | 8.6h | 4.6/10 | 3.9/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 2°C | 10°C | 40% | 4.6 | 9.1h | 4.4/10 | 6.1/10 |
| 🌫️ December | -4°C | 5°C | 27% | 2.9 | 9.0h | 4.2/10 | 8.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In July, Hakone averages 23°C, 58% rainy days and 10.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.2/10.
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Comparison
July vs August (best month)
The best month is August (score 7.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +0%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.7h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Hakone in July
Is July a good time to visit Hakone?
Yes, July is a good time (7.2/10). Great for outdoor activities and hiking.
Does it rain a lot in Hakone in July?
Yes, 58% of days see rain in July. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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