Question 1

Is Minamata safe to visit?

Accepted Answer

Travelia rates Minamata, Japan “safe”, following US State Department and UK FCDO travel advisories.

Question 2

What is the sea temperature in Minamata in July?

Accepted Answer

The sea off Minamata averages about 26°C in July.

Question 3

When is the best time to visit Minamata?

Accepted Answer

Minamata is warmest in Jul and driest in Dec; mild (18–28°C) months are May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	5	6	9	14	18	22	26	26	23	18	13	8
Sea °C	17	16	17	18	20	23	26	28	27	24	22	19
Rain (days)	82	97	147	194	224	255	255	207	194	103	86	70

Minamata, Japan

Climate by month