Japan Hakodate Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Hakodate is good
Hakodate Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 9° / 2°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 10 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Hakodate in November averages a high of 9°C and low of 2°C with 100mm of rain over about 10 days. Warm coat + sweater for 9°C / 48°F days, bitter 2°C / 36°F nights. Light winter coat + scarf + gloves for Mt. Hakodate cable car evenings. Insulated boots with grip soles for late November when sidewalks begin to ice. Light snowfall begins late month.
November is good for Hakodate.
November is Hakodate's quiet pre-snow month — autumn momiji finishes early month, snow begins late month, and hotel pricing returns to off-season levels after October momiji peak. Daytime averages 9°C / 2°C — cool but pleasant. Mt. Hakodate cable car cancellation rate rises slightly to 15-20% as winter winds return.
Early November (November 1-15) catches the late autumn momiji conditions at Onuma + Goryokaku — the canonical 'last week of autumn photography' window. Mid-to-late November (November 15-30) is Hakodate's quietest month — between the October momiji peak and the December Christmas Fantasy illuminations. Hotel pricing drops to off-season levels: La Vista Hakodate Bay $140-200, Wakamatsu Yunokawa kaiseki $330-450.
Travel score
Quietest pre-snow month — year's lowest prices + late autumn momiji
November Weather at a Glance
November averages 48°F / 9°C highs and 36°F / 2°C lows. Pacific coastal Hakodate transitions into winter. Rainfall stays at 100mm. First snow days = 4 typically late month. Sunrise 6:00 AM, sunset 4:00 PM — daylight back to 10 hours.
November Travel Advice
November is the canonical 'quiet Hakodate' shoulder-season month — book Yunokawa onsen 1-2 weeks ahead at off-season rates. Early November catches late autumn momiji; mid-to-late November is the quietest. First snow typically late November to early December.
Flying In from Overseas
Quiet international tourism — flights from Seoul (2.5h) $300-500, Hong Kong (4.5h) $400-650.
November Pricing Trends
Business hotels $65-105/night, La Vista Hakodate Bay $140-200/night, Yunokawa Wakamatsu $330-450/night. USD 1 ≈ JPY 148.
Hakodate November Weather Stats
Avg High
9°C
Avg Low
2°C
Rainy Days
10
100mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
13 km/h
Gusts 26
Sea Temp
11°C
too cold for swimming
Snow Days
4
Monthly avg
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Expect about 4 snow days this month. Bring slip-resistant shoes and warm gear.
Air Quality
PM2.5
18 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
7°C
Nighttime
0°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
13 km/h
Max gust 26 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Year's lowest hotel pricing (post-October momiji, pre-December Christmas Fantasy)
- Asaichi market autumn-to-winter seafood transition peak quality
- Quiet pre-snow Hakodate photography opportunities
- Mt. Hakodate cable car cancellation rate still relatively low (15-20%)
Cons
- Cool 9°C / 48°F days, bitter 2°C / 36°F nights
- Late November first snowfall — sidewalks begin to ice
- Onuma cycling closes mid-November
- Daylight shrinks to 9.5 hours
November Events & Festivals
- Late October-early November autumn momiji finishes
- Onuma National Park first snow (typically late November)
- Hakodate Christmas Fantasy preparation begins late November
Hakodate in November — Full Picture
November is Hakodate's quiet pre-snow month — autumn momiji finishes early month, snow begins late month, and hotel pricing returns to off-season levels after October momiji peak. Daytime averages 9°C / 2°C — cool but pleasant. Mt. Hakodate cable car cancellation rate rises slightly to 15-20% as winter winds return.
Early November (November 1-15) catches the late autumn momiji conditions at Onuma + Goryokaku — the canonical 'last week of autumn photography' window. Mid-to-late November (November 15-30) is Hakodate's quietest month — between the October momiji peak and the December Christmas Fantasy illuminations. Hotel pricing drops to off-season levels: La Vista Hakodate Bay $140-200, Wakamatsu Yunokawa kaiseki $330-450.
Late November sees the first snow flurries — typically the first weekend of December brings the canonical first snow accumulation. The pre-snow atmosphere is the canonical 'quiet Hakodate' photo identity — Goryokaku Park's bare cherry trees + Bay Area's pre-Christmas-Fantasy quiet are unique to this window. The Asaichi market shifts to autumn-to-winter seafood transition — scallop + crab + sea urchin all at the year's quality peak.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm coat + sweater for 9°C / 48°F days, bitter 2°C / 36°F nights. Light winter coat + scarf + gloves for Mt. Hakodate cable car evenings. Insulated boots with grip soles for late November when sidewalks begin to ice. Light snowfall begins late month.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
11.3°C
2.7°C
9.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
23°C
17°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current15.3°C
8°C
10.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
1.3°C
-5.7°C
7.7/mo
Hakodate Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0° | -7° | 8d·70mm | 4h | 70% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 1° | -7° | 7d·60mm | 5h | 68% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 5° | -3° | 9d·65mm | 6h | 67% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 3° | 10d·80mm | 6h | 67% | 4 | Busy | Peak | |
| May (Best) | 17° | 8° | 9d·90mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 20° | 13° | 10d·80mm | 6h | 78% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| July (Best) | 23° | 18° | 11d·130mm | 5h | 80% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 26° | 20° | 11d·140mm | 6h | 80% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 21° | 14° | 11d·130mm | 5h | 78% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| October (Best) | 16° | 8° | 10d·100mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Busy | Peak |
| 9° | 2° | 10d·100mm | 4h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 3° | -3° | 8d·80mm | 4h | 70% | 1 | Busy | Peak |
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Hakodate November Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Hakodate?
Hakodate in November is good. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Hakodate in November?
Hakodate November averages a high of 9°C and a low of 2°C.
Does it rain much in Hakodate in November?
Hakodate November averages 100mm of rainfall over about 10 rainy days.
What should I wear in Hakodate in November?
Warm coat + sweater for 9°C / 48°F days, bitter 2°C / 36°F nights. Light winter coat + scarf + gloves for Mt. Hakodate cable car evenings. Insulated boots with grip soles for late November when sidewalks begin to ice. Light snowfall begins late month.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Hakodate in November?
Hakodate November sunrise is 06:00 and sunset is 16:00, with 10h 00min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Hakodate in November?
Hakodate November air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 18μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Hakodate in November?
In November, Hakodate is great for Late autumn momiji at Onuma + Goryokaku (early November), Pre-snow Hakodate quiet photography, Asaichi autumn-winter seafood transition.
Is November peak season in Hakodate?
Hakodate November crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.