Matsudo, Japan: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Matsudo, Japan? If you're planning to go to Matsudo, we have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Matsudo, Japan

Based on the climate and weather in Matsudo, the best time to go is May. See below for details.

Important essentials for Matsudo, Japan

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Matsudo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


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  • Travel disinfecting wipes

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General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Matsudo, Japan by month

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January

Traveling to Matsudo in January, you will notice that it is brisk. Expect it to rain once in a while. Daytime temperatures are in the 40s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

February

February in Matsudo is pretty cool. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain once in a while. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 40% to 50% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

March

In March, Matsudo can be very chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 50s F (low 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Matsudo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In March, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

April

April in Matsudo is chilly and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

May

May in Matsudo is balmy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

June

In June, Matsudo is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Matsudo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In June, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

July

In July, Matsudo is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the 70s F (mid 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Matsudo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 80%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

August

If you visit Matsudo during August, you are likely to find that it is pretty consistently hot. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 70s F (mid 20s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

September

In September, Matsudo is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 70s F (low 20s C). This is also a rainy time for Matsudo, with several of the days of the month having rain. In September, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

October

If you visit Matsudo during October, you might notice that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (high 10s C). Humidity is generally between 60 and 70% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

November

If you are traveling to Matsudo in November, you will notice that it is relatively cool. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

December

If you are traveling to Matsudo in December, you will notice that it can be brisk and somewhat hazy. Expect it to rain sometimes. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

If you go to a temple, such as Hondoji Temple, wear:

Activities for Matsudo, Japan

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Matsudo.

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