Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
Kyoto, Japan UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Japan. This group of cultural heritage structures and buildings covers 11 km² and includes parts of Kyoto, Uji, and Otsu. It is the 89th most looked-up sight in Japan on English Wikipedia, among 115 sights listed on this site.
Planning a visit
The climate varies throughout the year. January and February are the coldest months, with daily highs of about 7 °C or 8 °C and lows of 0 °C. August is the warmest month, with daily highs reaching about 31 °C and lows of 23 °C. Rainfall is highest in June and July, with monthly totals of approximately 210 mm and 212 mm. December is the driest month, with about 64 mm of rain.
To reach the area, travelers can use Osaka Itami International Airport, which is 42 km away. The site is 364 km from Tokyo. Nearby sights include Shimogamo Shrine (3 km), Kinkaku-ji (3.2 km), and the Kyoto Imperial Palace (4 km). Ryōan-ji (4.3 km) and Nijō Castle (5.1 km) are also close by.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is July, with about 212 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 7 | 8 | 12 | 18 | 22 | 26 | 29 | 31 | 27 | 21 | 15 | 10 |
| Average low, °C | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 13 | 17 | 22 | 23 | 19 | 13 | 7 | 2 |
| Rainfall, mm | 70 | 81 | 118 | 117 | 160 | 210 | 212 | 126 | 178 | 125 | 82 | 64 |
| Rainy days | 16 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 11 | 15 | 19 | 17 | 17 | 13 | 12 | 17 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
