September · Japan
Best time to visit Matsumoto Castle in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Matsumoto Castle in September
Average temperature 19°C, 186 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 87% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
5.7/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 19°C
- Rainfall
- 186 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
September in Matsumoto Castle scores 5.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 19°C, 186 mm of rain, and roughly 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Matsumoto Castle is a black-and-white original keep in the Japanese Alps, circled by moats and cherry trees.
September in Matsumoto Castle — middling scores, decent value
September averages 19°C (67°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 186 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 5.7/10 here, 6th of 12 months, against 6.7/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Matsumoto Castle in September?
- In September, Matsumoto Castle averages 19°C, 186 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.7/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Matsumoto Castle?
- September earns a 5.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Matsumoto Castle in September?
- Expect about 186 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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