Japan Kobe Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in Kobe is very good
Kobe Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 16° / 9°
- Rainfall
- 75mm · 6 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Kobe in November averages a high of 16°C and low of 9°C with 75mm of rain over about 6 days. Foliage season + year's best — daytime 15-17°C, mornings and evenings 9°C, wide daily range. Thin cardigan, trench, knit, long-sleeve combo. Late month needs a light coat + scarf on cold days. Rainfall drops sharply — perfect outdoor-photo conditions. Walking shoes + camera essential. Mt. Rokko summit (10°C cooler) requires heavier layer.
November is very good for Kobe.
November is Kobe's year-end masterpiece — foliage season at peak, Mt. Rokko illumination, the start of Kobe Luminarie preparation, and a sharp drop in rainfall mean blue skies + warm light + the best photography conditions of the calendar. Average 16°C / 9°C, rainfall 75mm — about half September's volume. Peak foliage in Kobe runs full color from November 15 through December 5 (Mt. Rokko peaks earlier mid-November; city + Arima Onsen peaks late November).
November signatures: Mt. Rokko foliage illumination (mid-to-late November, ~300 maples + cable-car evening slots, the canonical Kobe autumn photograph), Arima Onsen autumn momiji peak weekends (foliage + onsen + kaiseki for the canonical Japanese autumn ryokan experience), Kobe Marathon mid-November Sunday (Western Japan's largest annual marathon outside Osaka), and Nankinmachi autumn dessert menus. Mt. Rokko peaks first; Arima Onsen + city foliage peaks 1-2 weeks later.
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Foliage peak + Mt. Rokko illumination — Kobe's best month
November Weather at a Glance
November averages 61°F / 16°C highs and 48°F / 9°C lows — autumn at its peak. Bay influence keeps Kobe slightly milder than inland Osaka. Rainfall drops sharply to 75mm with mostly clear skies. Mt. Rokko foliage peak mid-November; Arima + city foliage peak late November. Sunrise 6:25 AM, sunset 4:55 PM.
November Travel Advice
Peak foliage (November 15-December 5) — Mt. Rokko foliage illumination is arguably Kansai's best mountain-side autumn experience, paired with Arima Onsen overnight ryokan for the canonical Japanese autumn weekend. Mt. Rokko evening cable-car slots book out online; reserve a week ahead. Arima Onsen ryokan weekend pricing surges 50-100% during foliage peak.
Flying In from Overseas
Foliage season draws Asian regional + Western international travelers — Japan's third biggest travel peak of the year after cherry blossoms and Golden Week. Flights from Seoul (2h) $400-700, Singapore $500-900, Sydney $700-1,100, San Francisco $900-1,500, London $1,000-1,600. November 1-15 pre-peak window is the value play.
November Pricing Trends
Business hotels $65-110/night, 4-star Sannomiya/Kitano $145-260/night at foliage peak. Labor Thanksgiving weekend +50%. Mt. Rokko foliage cable-car $14 round trip; Arima Onsen ryokan weekend $600-1,200/night peak. USD 1 ≈ JPY 148.
Kobe November Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
9°C
Rainy Days
6
75mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
comfortable
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
19°C
too cold for swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
19 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
14°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Mt. Rokko foliage illumination — year's best
- Arima Onsen autumn momiji weekend peak
- Rainfall drops to 75mm — clear skies + autumn light
Cons
- Foliage-season hotels 1.5-2x, flights $400-700
- Labor Thanksgiving (November 23) bumps hotels further
- 7°C daily range — cold mornings and evenings
November Events & Festivals
- Mt. Rokko foliage illumination (mid-to-late November) — year's best
- Arima Onsen autumn momiji peak
- Kobe Marathon (3rd Sunday of November)
- Labor Thanksgiving Day (November 23) — public holiday
- Kobe Luminarie preparation late November
Kobe in November — Full Picture
November is Kobe's year-end masterpiece — foliage season at peak, Mt. Rokko illumination, the start of Kobe Luminarie preparation, and a sharp drop in rainfall mean blue skies + warm light + the best photography conditions of the calendar. Average 16°C / 9°C, rainfall 75mm — about half September's volume. Peak foliage in Kobe runs full color from November 15 through December 5 (Mt. Rokko peaks earlier mid-November; city + Arima Onsen peaks late November).
November signatures: Mt. Rokko foliage illumination (mid-to-late November, ~300 maples + cable-car evening slots, the canonical Kobe autumn photograph), Arima Onsen autumn momiji peak weekends (foliage + onsen + kaiseki for the canonical Japanese autumn ryokan experience), Kobe Marathon mid-November Sunday (Western Japan's largest annual marathon outside Osaka), and Nankinmachi autumn dessert menus. Mt. Rokko peaks first; Arima Onsen + city foliage peaks 1-2 weeks later.
The price reality: foliage season is Japan's third major travel surge of the year. Hotels jump 1.5-2x, flights run $400-700 from Seoul, and weekend availability tightens dramatically. November 1-15 (pre-peak) is the value window — autumn atmosphere + normal hotel pricing + Mt. Rokko foliage already opening.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Foliage season + year's best — daytime 15-17°C, mornings and evenings 9°C, wide daily range. Thin cardigan, trench, knit, long-sleeve combo. Late month needs a light coat + scarf on cold days. Rainfall drops sharply — perfect outdoor-photo conditions. Walking shoes + camera essential. Mt. Rokko summit (10°C cooler) requires heavier layer.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
10°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.3°C
22.3°C
10/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current22°C
15.3°C
8/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
10°C
2.7°C
5.3/mo
Kobe Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9° | 2° | 5d·35mm | 5h | 55% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 10° | 2° | 6d·55mm | 5h | 57% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| March (Best) | 13° | 5° | 9d·105mm | 6h | 60% | 5 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 19° | 10° | 10d·115mm | 6h | 62% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 23° | 15° | 10d·130mm | 6h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 26° | 19° | 12d·175mm | 4h | 73% | 8 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 30° | 23° | 11d·165mm | 5h | 76% | 10 | Busy | Peak | |
| 32° | 25° | 7d·110mm | 6h | 73% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 28° | 22° | 11d·215mm | 4h | 76% | 7 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 22° | 15° | 7d·110mm | 6h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| November (Best) | 16° | 9° | 6d·75mm | 5h | 65% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 11° | 4° | 5d·35mm | 6h | 58% | 2 | Very busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit Kobe?
Kobe in November is very good. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Kobe in November?
Kobe November averages a high of 16°C and a low of 9°C.
Does it rain much in Kobe in November?
Kobe November averages 75mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Kobe in November?
Foliage season + year's best — daytime 15-17°C, mornings and evenings 9°C, wide daily range. Thin cardigan, trench, knit, long-sleeve combo. Late month needs a light coat + scarf on cold days. Rainfall drops sharply — perfect outdoor-photo conditions. Walking shoes + camera essential. Mt. Rokko summit (10°C cooler) requires heavier layer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Kobe in November?
Kobe November sunrise is 06:25 and sunset is 16:55, with 10h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Kobe in November?
Kobe November air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 19μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Kobe in November?
In November, Kobe is great for Mt. Rokko foliage illumination, Arima Onsen autumn momiji weekend, Kobe Marathon.
Is November peak season in Kobe?
Kobe November crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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