September · Japan
Best time to visit Ise in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ise in September
Average temperature 26°C, 250 mm of rain, about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
3.7/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 250 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 14
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Ise scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 250 mm of rain, and roughly 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ise Jingu, the shrine complex dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, anchors this small city in the cedar forests south of Nagoya.
September in Ise — the hardest end of the year
Days in September average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 83% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
Expect monsoon-level rainfall at 250 mm: only about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the month, and stretches of heavy rain are normal.
That is 3.7/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 6.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, February is materially better in Ise — 2.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ise in September?
- In September, Ise averages 26°C, 250 mm of rain, and about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Ise?
- September earns a 3.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ise in September?
- Expect about 250 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 14 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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