November 12 is generally a great time to visit Nara. While there is a slight chance of rain (16%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 17°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Nara right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Nara
Currency
JPY
¥ Japanese yen
Language
Japanese
Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.336
Nara Weather Forecast for November 12
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 16.6°C. 16% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nara in November
Based on historical data for November 12, Nara typically experiences temperatures between 8.1°C and 16.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (16% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nara
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
16.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
8.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
16.6°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
16%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
53%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.7 hPa
Medium volatility
Nara Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
12.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Japan
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~280
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nara
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:28
☀️ Noon
11:42
🌇 Sunset
16:56
⏱️ Daylight
10h 27m
Wind Speed
13 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Nara
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nara on November 12 averages 16.6°C with a 16% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 90/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nara Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
November 6
18.6°C • 15% rain
Score
100
November 5
18.6°C • 17% rain
Score
95
November 13
16.4°C • 15% rain
Score
95
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📍 Is Nara Worth Visiting on November 12?
Planning a trip to Nara on November 12? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 16.6°C with a 16% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 280 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for Japan, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest November 12 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.1°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 4.5°C in 2020.