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Mt. Fuji Visibility by Month 2026

Best time to see Mount Fuji based on historical data. See which months offer the clearest views from north and south viewpoints, with morning and afternoon breakdowns.

Structured data collection started in July 2025. Months before July 2025 have no data.

Seasonal Visibility Patterns

Winter

December - February

Best visibility. Cold, dry air with minimal haze makes this the ideal time to see Mt. Fuji. Snow-capped peaks are most likely during these months.

Spring

March - May

Good visibility in early spring. Increasing humidity and pollen can reduce clarity by May. Cherry blossom season offers beautiful foregrounds.

View cherry blossom forecast

Summer

June - August

Poorest visibility. High humidity, haze, and frequent clouds often obscure views. The rainy season (tsuyu) typically runs June through mid-July.

Autumn

September - November

Improving visibility. Clear days return as humidity drops. Excellent time for viewing with koyo (autumn foliage) in the foreground.

View autumn colors map

Monthly Visibility Data

Visible (8-10)
Partially Visible (6-7)
Barely Visible (3-5)
Not Visible (0-2)

Mount Fuji Visibility in January

North View

January recorded 31 days with clear visibility, 0 days partially visible, and 0 days with poor or no visibility out of 31 days tracked.

Daily Trend

Mornings

Afternoons

South View

January recorded 28 days with clear visibility, 1 days partially visible, and 2 days with poor or no visibility out of 31 days tracked.

Daily Trend

Mornings

Afternoons

Mount Fuji Visibility in February

North View

February recorded 4 days with clear visibility, 0 days partially visible, and 0 days with poor or no visibility out of 4 days tracked.

Daily Trend

Mornings

Afternoons

South View

February recorded 4 days with clear visibility, 0 days partially visible, and 0 days with poor or no visibility out of 4 days tracked.

Daily Trend

Mornings

Afternoons

Mount Fuji Visibility in March

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in April

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in May

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in June

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in July

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in August

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in September

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in October

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in November

No data available for this month

Mount Fuji Visibility in December

No data available for this month

Related Resources

Historical visibility patterns help you choose the best month, but conditions change daily. Use our real-time forecast to check current conditions, or explore seasonal attractions like cherry blossoms in spring and autumn foliage that make Mt. Fuji views even more memorable.

Current Forecast

Check today's Mt. Fuji visibility conditions and the 8-day forecast.

Sakura Forecast

Track cherry blossom bloom times at locations around Mt. Fuji.

Koyo Map

Find the best autumn foliage viewing spots near Mt. Fuji.

Plan Your Trip

Tours, transport options, and travel tips for visiting Mt. Fuji.

Frequently Asked Questions

Winter months (December through February) offer the best visibility for Mt. Fuji. Cold, dry air creates minimal haze, and the mountain is most likely to have its iconic snow-capped peak. January and February typically have the clearest skies.
Summer (June through August) is the most difficult time to see Mt. Fuji. High humidity, atmospheric haze, and frequent cloud cover often obscure the mountain. The rainy season (tsuyu) runs from early June to mid-July, further reducing visibility.
Early morning offers the best visibility. Air is typically clearer at sunrise before heat causes haze and clouds to build. By afternoon, cumulus clouds often form around the summit. For photography, golden hour at sunrise also provides the best lighting.
Visibility varies by location due to different microclimates. The north side (Kawaguchiko area) tends to have slightly better visibility due to lower humidity. The south side (Shizuoka) can experience more coastal moisture. Check both viewpoints in our data to compare conditions.
Cherry blossoms around Mt. Fuji typically bloom from late March to mid-April. Lake Kawaguchiko and Chureito Pagoda are famous spots combining sakura with Mt. Fuji views. Spring visibility is moderate—better than summer but not as clear as winter.
Mt. Fuji is typically visible around 80 to 100 days per year from the Kawaguchiko area. Winter months average 15 to 20 clear days per month, while summer months may only have 3 to 5. Visibility varies significantly by location and distance. Closer viewpoints see the mountain more often. Our monthly data above shows exact daily visibility scores to help you pick the best time.
Weather-based visibility forecasts are reliable up to about 7 to 8 days in advance. Beyond that, accuracy drops significantly. Our homepage provides a daily 8-day forecast updated regularly. For trip planning further out, use the historical monthly patterns on this page to choose a month with high visibility odds, then check the daily forecast as your trip approaches.
November through February offer the highest chance of seeing Mt. Fuji, with December and January being the peak months. Visibility drops through spring as humidity rises, reaches its lowest in June through August, then gradually improves from September onward. Check the monthly breakdowns above for detailed day-by-day data.
Yes. This page serves as a historical visibility calendar, showing daily scores for each month so you can compare seasonal patterns. For real-time conditions, our homepage offers an 8-day visibility forecast updated daily, scoring conditions from 0 to 10 for both north and south viewpoints during morning and afternoon periods.

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