Nagoya
City in Japan
Nagoya is a city in Japan with a population of 2,326,844 in 2021. Located 259 km from Tokyo, it draws visitors to sights like Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine.
What to see
Visitors to Nagoya can explore historical and cultural landmarks. The city features Nagoya Castle and Atsuta Shrine.
When to go
Temperatures range from a low of -1 °C in January and February to a high of 31 °C in August. Rain varies throughout the year, with January receiving 59 mm over about 11 days and September experiencing the highest rainfall at 236 mm over about 19 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Nagoya Airport / JASDF Komaki Air Base in Nagoya, located 8 km away. The main hub is Chubu Centrair International Airport in Tokoname, located 37 km away.
Top sights in Nagoya
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is September, with about 236 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 9 | 10 | 13 | 19 | 23 | 26 | 29 | 31 | 28 | 22 | 16 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | -1 | -1 | 2 | 8 | 13 | 18 | 22 | 23 | 20 | 13 | 6 | 1 |
| Rainfall, mm | 59 | 74 | 130 | 139 | 178 | 221 | 217 | 139 | 236 | 139 | 88 | 52 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 12 | 10 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Nagoya (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.