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Jōetsu

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Jōetsu month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Jōetsu are typically April, May and June, with average daytime highs around 16–25°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), February the coldest (average low 0°C), and December the wettest (about 367 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January5.90.63115.6
February6.30.42176.4
March11.02.81527.7
April16.37.31308.8
May21.412.51289.3
June24.517.51469.4
July28.722.42189.7
August30.223.620110.2
September26.620.22268.1
October20.313.62316.8
November14.98.02516.3
December9.02.83675.2

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01 · Overview

Jōetsu, in brief

Jōetsu is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Jōetsu took shape

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03 · Visit

Visiting Jōetsu

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04 · Food & culture

Food and everyday culture in Jōetsu

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05 · Arts

Arts and cultural life in Jōetsu

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06 · Economy

Work and the economy in Jōetsu

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Jōetsu

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08 · Questions

Questions about Jōetsu

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jōetsu

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

Where is Jōetsu located and what are its coordinates?

Jōetsu is situated in Japan at geographic coordinates 37.1483, 138.2364, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.

02 · Q&A

What is the population and time zone of Jōetsu?

Jōetsu has a recorded population of approximately 189,430 and observes the Asia/Tokyo time zone.

03 · Q&A

What languages and currency are used in Jōetsu?

Official and commonly spoken languages in Jōetsu include Japanese, with JPY used for local transactions.

04 · Q&A

How can I check live conditions and daily updates for Jōetsu?

Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Jōetsu, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.