Mount Kamon
Volcano Scenic mountain in Gunma Prefecture popular for hikes
Mount Kamon in Gunma offers ridge walks and viewpoints; hikers include it on regional itineraries through forested slopes.
How to Get to Mount Kamon #
Access is by local roads from towns in Gunma Prefecture. Regional buses and local taxi services connect trailheads to nearby rail stations; driving gives the most flexibility.
Tips for Visiting Mount Kamon #
- Check local trail guides for difficulty and seasonal closures before setting out.
- Morning hikes reward with clearer views of nearby Haruna and Akagi; cloud builds in afternoons.
Best Time to Visit Mount Kamon #
Best visited in spring through autumn for comfortable hiking and better visibility; winter snow will make some trails impassable without equipment.
Weather & Climate near Mount Kamon #
Mount Kamon's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and freezing winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -8°C to 25°C. Abundant rainfall (1606 mm/year), wettest in August.
January
January is freezing with highs of 2°C and lows of -7°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the coldest month with highs of 2°C and lows of -8°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 0°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Heavy rain (214 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Heavy rain (218 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (254 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Heavy rain (241 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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