Kurofu Yama Volcano
Forested mountain popular for hiking in local region
Kurofu Yama at a Glance#
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 52
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
AugustSeptemberJuly
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
-15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -14° - -4° | -17° | 54 mm | partly cloudy | 93% | 5.9 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| February | Poor | -14° - -4° | -17° | 69 mm | partly cloudy | 92% | 6.2 m/s | 0.5 moderate | 10.7h |
| March | Poor | -11° - 0° | -13° | 107 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 5.6 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Poor | -4° - 7° | -4° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 6.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.0h |
| May | Acceptable | 1° - 12° | 3° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 5.4 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.0h |
| June | Poor | 6° - 15° | 10° | 256 mm | overcast | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 1.5 very high | 14.5h |
| July | Acceptable | 10° - 18° | 14° | 268 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 11° - 20° | 15° | 324 mm | overcast | 86% | 4.6 m/s | 1.6 very high | 13.4h |
| September | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 287 mm | overcast | 87% | 4.7 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Acceptable | 1° - 10° | 2° | 161 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 4.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.1h |
| November | Poor | -5° - 6° | -5° | 95 mm | partly cloudy | 89% | 5.6 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.1h |
| December | Poor | -10° - 0° | -12° | 53 mm | partly cloudy | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.6h |
