September · Japan
Best time to visit Hakuba in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hakuba in September
Average temperature 21°C, 189 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
1.6/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 189 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Hakuba scores 1.6/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 21°C, 189 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hakuba spreads Olympic-era valleys beneath the Northern Alps, with tree runs, backcountry access, and quiet ryokan nights. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
September in Hakuba — off-season conditions
September averages 21°C (69°F) — warm by ski standards, so expect soft afternoon snow low on the mountain and firmer, better riding early.
At 189 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 1.6/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? February scores 7.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hakuba in September?
- In September, Hakuba averages 21°C, 189 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.6/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Hakuba?
- September earns a 1.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hakuba in September?
- Expect about 189 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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