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Kobe has a humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) with hot, humid summers and cool winters. Rainfall is spread through the year, with a wetter rainy season in early summer and additional precipitation from late-summer typhoons; current conditions with mild temperature, high humidity, and rain are consistent with this pattern.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
7°C
Climate Type
Humid subtropical
Rainy Days
115
Sunny Days
200
Humidity
72%
Spring
March - May
12-20°C
Spring is generally mild and comfortable, with warming temperatures and increasing sunshine. Rain is possible, but conditions are usually pleasant for outdoor activities.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
25-32°C
Summer is hot and humid, with the rainy season typically peaking in June and early July. Typhoons can bring periods of heavy rain and strong winds later in the season.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
15-24°C
Autumn is warm at first and then gradually cools, often offering clear, comfortable weather. Rainfall can remain elevated in September due to typhoons before becoming drier later in the season.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
3-10°C
Winter is cool but generally not severe, with occasional cold spells and some days near freezing. Snow is limited compared with inland or northern Japan, and rainfall is usually lighter than in summer.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Kobe
Kobe offers a compelling blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty, nestled between mountains and sea in Japan's Kansai region. As a mid-sized city with a cosmopolitan spirit, it provides expats a more relaxed alternative to Tokyo's intensity while maintaining excellent infrastructure and international connectivity. The city balances modern amenities with traditional Japanese culture, featuring a robust international community, particularly strong in business and academic sectors.
Safety and quality of life stand out here, with reliable public transportation, high-standard healthcare, and a moderate cost of living compared to larger Japanese metropolises. Kobe's international port history has cultivated a uniquely welcoming atmosphere for foreigners, making cultural integration smoother than in more homogeneous Japanese cities. For professionals seeking a balanced, internationally-minded Japanese urban experience, Kobe represents an attractive, underrated destination.
Advantages
Kobe
Stunning mountain-ocean scenery
World-famous Kobe beef
Cosmopolitan international port
Excellent transportation infrastructure
Rich culinary culture
Disadvantages
Kobe
Limited job diversity
High earthquake risk
Aging population challenges
Expensive living costs
Relatively isolated location
Safety & Security in Kobe
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
79
/100
Japan Avg
60
Asia Avg
55
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Kobe to Japan averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Kobe
Japan Average
Safety Index
0510
Good
Safety from Crime
0510
Safe
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Good
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Very Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Very Safe
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 83/100
No data for Kobe — showing hazard indicators from nearby Akashi (~19 km).
