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Visit in June — score 62/100 · avg high 84°F · 30 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

How we score

January

57°/34°F
12 rain days
9.9h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

February

60°/34°F
17 rain days
10.7h daylight
Low crowds
Below avg

March

65°/37°F
27 rain days
11.7h daylight
High crowds
Average

April

72°/42°F
30 rain days
12.9h daylight
Very High crowds
Peak pricing

May

78°/50°F
31 rain days
13.8h daylight
High crowds
Average

June

#1
84°/60°F
30 rain days
14.3h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

July

#2
90°/70°F
31 rain days
14.1h daylight
High crowds
Average

August

91°/73°F
31 rain days
13.3h daylight
High crowds
Average

September

#3
87°/65°F
30 rain days
12.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

October

80°/55°F
31 rain days
11.1h daylight
Very High crowds
Above avg

November

72°/46°F
20 rain days
10.1h daylight
Very High crowds
Peak pricing

December

64°/37°F
16 rain days
9.7h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January3844°57°34°12509.9hLowBelow avg
February3044°60°34°176810.7hLowBelow avg
March2050°65°37°2710711.7hHighAverage
April2857°72°42°3012712.9hVery HighPeak pricing
May5165°78°50°3115913.8hHighAverage
June6272°84°60°3020914.3hModerateAverage
July5979°90°70°3121214.1hHighAverage
August5582°91°73°3115613.3hHighAverage
September5777°87°65°3019112.2hModerateAverage
October4367°80°55°3114411.1hVery HighAbove avg
November3058°72°46°207910.1hVery HighPeak pricing
December3248°64°37°16659.7hModerateAverage

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
33/100
High
72°F
Low
43°F
Rain days
29/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Kobe (March, April, May) brings average highs of 72°F and lows of 43°F, with about 29 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 33/100, with May being the strongest month of the season at 51/100.

Summer

Score
59/100
High
88°F
Low
68°F
Rain days
31/mo
Crowds
high

Summer in Kobe (June, July, August) brings average highs of 88°F and lows of 68°F, with about 31 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 59/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 62/100.

Fall

Score
43/100
High
80°F
Low
55°F
Rain days
27/mo
Crowds
very high

Fall in Kobe (September, October, November) brings average highs of 80°F and lows of 55°F, with about 27 rainy days per month. Expect very high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 43/100, with September being the strongest month of the season at 57/100.

Winter

Score
33/100
High
60°F
Low
35°F
Rain days
15/mo
Crowds
moderate

Winter in Kobe (December, January, February) brings average highs of 60°F and lows of 35°F, with about 15 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 33/100, with January being the strongest month of the season at 38/100.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Kobe?
The best month to visit Kobe is June, with an overall travel score of 62/100. Expect average highs of 84°F, about 30 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Kobe expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Kobe are relatively moderate, averaging 97% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is February.
What is the weather like in Kobe in December?
December in Kobe has average highs of 64°F and lows of 37°F, with approximately 16 rainy days and 9.7 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 32/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Kobe?
The most affordable time to visit Kobe is February, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are low in February, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is March (score: 20/100).

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