November is the best season for sightseeing in Fukuoka. The days are cool and comfortable, and you can enjoy the autumn leaves. However, it may be a little chilly when eating at yatai stalls in Fukuoka City at night. Be sure to bring a coat or jumper.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When can I see autumn leaves in Fukuoka?
In Fukuoka, autumn leaves can be seen from the beginning of November to the beginning of December. For example, in Ohori Park and the adjacent Maizuru Park, the trees begin to change colors little by little from early November.
How cold is it in Fukuoka in November?
According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the average November temperature for the 30 years from 1991 to 2020 was 14.2 degrees Celsius in Fukuoka City. The average temperature in Tokyo at the same time is 12.5 degrees, so it’s a little warmer than Tokyo.
Fukuoka is located on the northern coast of the Kyushu Islands and is relatively warm due to the warm current (Tsushima Current) flowing in the Sea of Japan. In winter, the clouds coming from the Sea of Japan make it look cold, but basically it’s just a little warmer than Tokyo.
What should I wear in Fukuoka in November?
In November, Fukuoka will be in late autumn. Basically, you can wear autumn clothes such as jackets and cardigans, but since it gets cold in the mornings and evenings, it is a good idea to bring a coat or jumper. For autumn clothes, please refer to the following article.
Weather in Fukuoka in early November
DAZAIFU FUKUOKA – DEC,9 : The Dazaifu shrine built over the grave of Michizane Sugawara era.Japanese girl with traditional kimono enjoy autumn colors at Dazaifu temple = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Fukuoka | 16.1℃ (61.0°F) 20.4℃ (68.7°F) 12.5℃ (54.5°F) |
29.9 mm (1.18 inch) – |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
>> Click here for a [quick reference] converted from Celsius to Fahrenheit.
Weather in Fukuoka in mid-November
Dazaifu Tenmangu Fukuoka, Japan on November 13, 2013 = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Fukuoka | 14.1℃ (57.4°F) 18.0℃ (64.4°F) 10.6 ℃ (51.1°F) |
32.9 mm (1.30 inch) – |
※Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Weather in Fukuoka in late November
November 25, 2014 : Japanese people washing hands and mouth with Chozuya or Temizuya or Shinto water ablution pavilion Dazaifu shrine, Fukuoka, Japan = Shutterstock
| Average temperature Highest temperature (Lowest temperature) |
Total precipitation (Total snowfall depth) |
|
| Fukuoka | 12.3℃ (54.1°F) 16.2℃ (61.2°F) 8.8℃ (47.8°F) |
28.6 mm (1.13 inch) – |
※ Source: All figures are the average for 30 years of 1991-2020 announced by the Japan Meteorological Agency
Reference: Current weather and temperature in Fukuoka, forecast for the next 7 days
Monthly weather in Fukuoka
Below are articles about the weather in Fukuoka. Click on the month of interest to see articles about that month.
| January | February | March |
| April | May | June |
| July | August | September |
| October | November | December |
Weather in tourist destinations around Japan
Below are pages showing the climates of various regions in Japan at the same time of the year.
| Tokyo | Osaka | Kyoto |
| Hokkaido | Sendai | Nagano |
| Nagoya | Hiroshima | Fukuoka |
| Okinawa |
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