SOKENDAI Weather

Weather and Climate at SOKENDAI

The Graduate University for Advanced Studies (SOKENDAI) is located in Hayama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan. The climate in this region is classified as humid subtropical, with:

• Spring (March to May): Mild temperatures ranging from 10°C to 20°C, with increasing humidity and occasional rain.
• Summer (June to August): Hot and humid, with temperatures often exceeding 30°C. The rainy season, known as tsuyu, occurs in June and July.
• Autumn (September to November): Cooler temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C, with lower humidity and less rainfall.
• Winter (December to February): Mild winters with temperatures between 5°C and 15°C, occasional cold snaps, and minimal snowfall.

The weather can impact commuting and campus life, particularly during the rainy season and typhoon season in late summer. Outdoor research activities may be limited during these periods.