Fukuoka Weather in November

 Season: Autumn

 In short: dry, warm to cool

November is the last autumn month before winter, and there is a temperature gap between the early and late days this month. In early November, the weather of Fukuoka is relatively warm, at the highest temperature of above 20°C (68°F) every day. Then, in middle to late November, the temperature drops around 5-10°C (41-50°F) and you may feel cool. The temperature difference between the day and night is also large. In terms of rainfall, November is a dry season in Fukuoka, with a total precipitation of 78.1 mm in 10 days on average.

In the perfect weather, November is the time to visit red and yellow autumn leaves as well as experience various activities. All of these make November one of the best months to visit Fukuoka. 

 See also: Japan Weather in November

Autumn Leaves in Fukuoka

Items	Data
Average Highest Temperature	18°C (64.4°F)
Average Lowest Temperature	9°C (48.2°F)
Average Temperature	14°C (57.2°F)
Precipitation	78.1 mm
Average Rainy Days	10 days
Average Humidity	68%
Sunrise Time	6:37 - 7:03
Sunset Time	17:10 - 17:26
Daylight Hours	10.06 - 10.48 h
Average Sunshine Hours	5 h

Packing List to Visit Fukuoka in November

 First half month: The climate of Fukuoka is still relatively warm during this period, so girls could wear trench coats, thin knitwear, jeans, and casual shoes, and boys could wear baseball jackets, shirts, sweatpants, and sneakers. However, it is cold at night, so you need to put on a thick coat such as a wool coat.

 Second half month: By the time it has cooled down, and you need to wear thicker clothes. For example, girls can wear knitwear, thick skirts, casual leggings plus wool coats and boots. Boys can wear a hoodie or a thin sweater, a thick jacket, jeans, and thick sneakers.

What to Do in Fukuoka in November

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1. Admiring Autumn Leaves

From mid-November, Fukuoka’s maple leaves, ginkgo leaves, etc. change their colors, a must-see scenery at that time. Here are some recommended viewing spots of autumn leaves.

(1) Maizuru Park: There are both red leaves and yellow ginkgo leaves. The advantage of this spot is that there are fewer people, which is suitable for taking pictures. The park was built around the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, and from the observation deck of the ruins, you can overlook the autumn leaves in the park and the entire city.

(2) Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine: In the shrine, whether it’s next to the Japanese shrine architecture or near the ponds and bridges, you can see beautiful maple leaves. It’s perfect for admiring maples and taking photos.

(3) Momiji Hachimangu Shrine: It’s a famous spot to admire autumn leaves in Fukuoka City, where you can see many maple trees that are more than 200 years old. At the end of the month, the Autumn Foliage Festival will be held. In addition to the autumn leaves, the architecture here is also worth visiting.

Tip: When viewing the autumn leaves, many people choose to wear traditional Japanese kimonos to take pictures, and you are also recommended to have a try.

2. Hakata Old Town Light-up Walk

Hakata Old Town is located near Hakata Station and is home to many temples and shrines. At the beginning of November, the light-up walk will be held here. By that time, temples and shrines here will be open at night and decorated with fantastic lights. During your walk, you will also find various food, and watch both traditional and modern performances. If you want to go to the festival in 2024, remember to book tickets in advance.

Sumo Tournament

Other Travel Recommendations

1.  Every November, Japan’s last sumo tournament is held at the Fukuoka International Center, and it’s recommended to watch.
2.  In early November, you can go to Nokonoshima Island, where you can enjoy the cosmos.
3.  As the weather gets cool, it is recommended to go and enjoy the hot springs.
4.  From November, there will be many Christmas decorations on the streets, and you can take a stroll around and have a look.

November Weather for Other Cities in Japan:

• Tokyo Weather in November
• Kyoto Weather in November
• Osaka Weather in November
• Nara Weather in November
• Hokkaido Weather in November
• Nagoya Weather in November
• Hiroshima Weather in November

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