November · Japan
Best time to visit Rusutsu in November Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rusutsu in November
Average temperature 5°C, 137 mm of rain, about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
November score
1.2/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 5°C
- Rainfall
- 137 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 0
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
November in Rusutsu scores 1.2/10 for snow and ski travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 5°C, 137 mm of rain, and roughly 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rusutsu serves deep Hokkaido powder across three peaks with quieter lift lines than nearby Niseko. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
November in Rusutsu — the hardest end of the year
November averages 5°C (41°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
At 137 mm this is a genuinely wet month: almost no days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 1.2/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.2/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a waterproof shell rather than an umbrella, goggles and a helmet if you are not renting.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? January scores 8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rusutsu in November?
- In November, Rusutsu averages 5°C, 137 mm of rain, and about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 1.2/10.
- Is November a good time to visit Rusutsu?
- November earns a 1.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rusutsu in November?
- Expect about 137 mm of rain in November. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 0 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
Curated in Rusutsu
Tickets & experiences
Things to do in Rusutsu
Rusutsu, Japan. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.