Kurofu Yama

Volcano Forested mountain popular for hiking in local region

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Kurofu Yama
36.4059, 138.4886

How to Get to Kurofu Yama #

Access depends on the prefecture and nearest train station; typically visitors take a regional train to the nearest town and continue by local bus or taxi to the trailhead. Consult local municipal tourism websites for current bus routes and trailhead coordinates.

Tips for Visiting Kurofu Yama #

  • Plan the hike according to local trail maps - some routes are steep and require good footwear.
  • Carry water and sun protection; mountain weather can change quickly and mobile phone reception may be spotty.
  • If visiting during flowering season, respect local conservation rules - certain alpine plants are protected.

Best Time to Visit Kurofu Yama #

Best visited late spring to early autumn for hiking access and stable weather.

Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 10-25°C (50-77°F)
Warmest and most accessible time for hiking; trails are generally snow-free.
Autumn (Sep-Oct)
Sep-Oct · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Clearer skies and quieter trails; watch for early snow at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Kurofu Yama #

Climate

Kurofu Yama's climate is classified as Subarctic - Subarctic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -14°C to 20°C. Heavy rainfall (2001 mm/year), wettest in August.

Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

37 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-14° -4°
93%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

54 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is freezing with highs of -4°C and lows of -14°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

33 Poor

Comfort

-9°
Feels Like Freezing
-9°C
Temperature
-14° -4°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

69 mm
Rainfall
6.2 m/s
Wind
Breezy
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -11°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

35 Poor

Comfort

-6°
Feels Like Freezing
-6°C
Temperature
-11°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

107 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -4°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

38 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

154 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
1.2
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (173 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

173 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
14.0h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (256 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

44 Poor

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
15°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

256 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
Very High
14.5h daylight

July

July is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (268 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

52 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

268 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
14.2h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (324 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

324 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.6
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (287 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

287 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.2
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.8
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -5°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

46 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

December

December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -10°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

41 Poor

Comfort

-5°
Feels Like Freezing
-5°C
Temperature
-10°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

53 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

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