Lake Abashiri
Lake Coastal lake near Abashiri, known for drift ice
A shallow lake beside Abashiri city in Hokkaido, Lake Abashiri draws anglers, birdwatchers and boaters, with nearby wetlands and access to the Sea of Okhotsk coast.
Lake Abashiri
How to Get to Lake Abashiri #
Abashiri is served by regional rail and by Memanbetsu Airport (about an hour away). From Abashiri city center, local buses and taxis reach lakeside areas; the town functions as the practical base for excursions.
Tips for Visiting Lake Abashiri #
- Combine a visit with the Abashiri prisoner museum and drift-ice sightseeing cruises in winter.
- In winter, book an ice‑breaker or drift-ice boat trip in advance - the season is popular with photographers.
- Summer brings birding and lakeside walks; avoid national holidays if seeking quiet.
Best Time to Visit Lake Abashiri #
A lake near Abashiri in northeastern Hokkaido; part of a landscape famous for winter drift-ice and maritime wildlife.
Weather & Climate near Lake Abashiri #
Lake Abashiri's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -12°C to 23°C. Moderate rainfall (881 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of -4°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (40 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 1°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (123 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (69 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
