Momochi Palace Theater
Historic palace site in Fukuoka Prefecture
Momochi Palace at a Glance#
How to Get to Momochi Palace#
Momochi is in western Fukuoka City near Fukuoka Tower and the Fukuoka Dome. From Hakata Station take the Kuko (Airport) Line on the subway to Nishijin or Nishijin-Momochi area, then local buses or a 20-30 minute taxi ride to the waterfront.
Tips for Visiting Momochi Palace#
- Visit on a clear day for views over Fukuoka Bay from the palace grounds.
- Check local schedules-special exhibitions and garden openings can change seasonal hours.
- Combine a palace visit with the nearby Fukuoka Tower and Momochi Seaside Park for a full day in the waterfront district.
Best Time to Visit Momochi Palace#
Best in spring for cherry blossoms and in autumn for foliage; both seasons offer mild weather and good light for photography.
Spring (Sakura)
March-April · 10-20°C (50-68°F)
Cherry blossoms and comfortable temperatures for strolling palace gardens.
Autumn
October-November · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Crisp air and colored foliage make for pleasant visits and clearer views.
Weather & Climate near Momochi Palace#
Climate
Momochi Palace's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1635 mm/year), wettest in June.
Air Quality:
AQI 58
Moderate
Best Time to Visit
OctoberSeptemberMay
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
38°
Warmest Month
-6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 68 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.8 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.1h |
| February | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 4° | 72 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.5 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 8° | 105 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 11° - 19° | 15° | 135 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 3.4 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.9h |
| May | Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 142 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 1.5 very high | 13.8h |
| June | Good | 19° - 26° | 23° | 273 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.3 m/s | 1.5 high | 14.2h |
| July | Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 259 mm | overcast | 85% | 3.2 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.0h |
| August | Good | 24° - 31° | 32° | 173 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 3.4 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.2h |
| September | Very Good | 20° - 27° | 24° | 187 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.3 m/s | 1.3 high | 12.3h |
| October | Very Good | 14° - 23° | 19° | 87 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.1 m/s | 1.0 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Good | 9° - 17° | 13° | 77 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.2 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.3h |
| December | Acceptable | 4° - 12° | 6° | 57 mm | overcast | 80% | 3.7 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.8h |
