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 at a Glance#
About Lake Abashiri#
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.