Hiroshima is a major city in Japan located in the southwestern part of Honshu, the largest of Japan’s main islands. It is the capital of Hiroshima Prefecture, and the largest city in the Chugoku region of western Honshu. It is best known as the site of the first atomic bomb attack in history, which occurred on August 6th, 1945.
Hiroshima is situated on the delta of the Ota River, flowing into the Seto Inland Sea. The city is surrounded by mountains on three sides, and the city center lies on the delta plain. Hiroshima has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
Hiroshima has a long and rich history. During the Nara period, it was an important port of call for the Imperial Japanese Navy. In the Edo period, it was the seat of the powerful Mori clan. During World War II, the city was a major military base, and on August 6th, 1945, the first atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima, killing an estimated 140,000 people. The city was rebuilt after the war, and today it is a vibrant, modern city.
Hiroshima is a major cultural center in Japan, and is home to many museums and monuments dedicated to the victims of the atomic bomb. It is also the birthplace of the popular Japanese dish okonomiyaki, and is known for its seafood and sake. Hiroshima is an important center of industry and commerce in western Japan, and is home to several major companies.
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Hiroshima experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot and humid summers, mild and sunny winters, and plenty of rain throughout the year. In spring, temperatures range from 10-20°C and the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. Summer is typically hot and humid, with temperatures usually reaching over 30°C. Autumn is mild and sunny, with temperatures ranging from 10-20°C. Winter is usually cool and dry, with temperatures rarely dropping below 0°C. Overall, Hiroshima has a mild climate throughout the year, with plenty of rain and sunshine.
Our weather forecast for Hiroshima helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Sep. 8th 2024 Sep. 8th 2024 | max: 33.2 °C min: 24 °C |
7.3 m/s 7.6 m/s |
18.1 % 19.4 m |
68.2 % 1,014 hPa |
05:48:20 18:26:53 |
|
Sep. 9th 2024 Sep. 9th 2024 | max: 31.5 °C min: 22.3 °C |
7.2 m/s 12.6 m/s |
17.6 % 23.9 m |
79.7 % 1,013 hPa |
05:49:02 18:25:29 |
|
Sep. 10th 2024 Sep. 10th 2024 | max: 33.0 °C min: 21.9 °C |
8.6 m/s 11.5 m/s |
1.4 % 24.1 m |
74.2 % 1,014 hPa |
05:49:44 18:24:06 |
|
Sep. 11th 2024 Sep. 11th 2024 | max: 31.9 °C min: 22.8 °C |
9.7 m/s 9.0 m/s |
12.7 % 23.5 m |
79.4 % 1,017 hPa |
05:50:26 18:22:41 |
|
Sep. 12th 2024 Sep. 12th 2024 | max: 32.3 °C min: 22.4 °C |
8.6 m/s 10.4 m/s |
6.3 % 23.0 m |
81.5 % 1,017 hPa |
05:51:08 18:21:17 |
|
Sep. 13th 2024 Sep. 13th 2024 | max: 31.3 °C min: 21.6 °C |
8.6 m/s 9.7 m/s |
4.3 % 24.1 m |
78.4 % 1,013 hPa |
05:51:50 18:19:53 |
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Sep. 14th 2024 Sep. 14th 2024 | max: 32.1 °C min: 21.2 °C |
8.6 m/s 12.6 m/s |
71.6 % 24.0 m |
72.6 % 1,009 hPa |
05:52:33 18:18:28 |
|
Sep. 15th 2024 Sep. 15th 2024 | max: 23.3 °C min: 22.4 °C |
10.8 m/s 36.4 m/s |
100.0 % 7.9 m |
97.3 % 1,007 hPa |
05:53:15 18:17:03 |
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Sep. 16th 2024 Sep. 16th 2024 | max: 27.8 °C min: 22.5 °C |
7.6 m/s 13.3 m/s |
90.5 % 18.3 m |
94.3 % 1,010 hPa |
05:53:57 18:15:38 |
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Sep. 17th 2024 Sep. 17th 2024 | max: 23.5 °C min: 21.1 °C |
6.4 m/s 9.5 m/s |
93.7 % 14.5 m |
97.5 % 1,012 hPa |
05:54:39 18:14:13 |
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Sep. 18th 2024 Sep. 18th 2024 | max: 25.5 °C min: 20.3 °C |
7.9 m/s 14.0 m/s |
99.5 % 19.5 m |
91.1 % 1,015 hPa |
05:55:22 18:12:48 |
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Sep. 19th 2024 Sep. 19th 2024 | max: 27.3 °C min: 21.5 °C |
7.9 m/s 13.0 m/s |
99.9 % 21.2 m |
91.3 % 1,012 hPa |
05:56:04 18:11:23 |
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Sep. 20th 2024 Sep. 20th 2024 | max: 22.0 °C min: 21 °C |
14.0 m/s 38.9 m/s |
100.0 % 13.7 m |
96.8 % 1,008 hPa |
05:56:47 18:09:58 |
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Sep. 21st 2024 Sep. 21st 2024 | max: 24.7 °C min: 21.1 °C |
8.3 m/s 18.7 m/s |
100.0 % 22.8 m |
94.3 % 1,009 hPa |
05:57:29 18:08:33 |
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Sep. 22nd 2024 Sep. 22nd 2024 | max: 24.2 °C min: 22.2 °C |
5.4 m/s 5.4 m/s |
100.0 % 22.3 m |
96.3 % 1,012 hPa |
05:58:12 18:07:07 |
Would you like to travel to Hiroshima on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Hiroshima.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Sep. 17th 2024 Tuesday, 17th of Sep. 2024 | Celebrity Millennium | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Sep. 26th 2024 Thursday, 26th of Sep. 2024 | MS Westerdam | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Sep. 29th 2024 Sunday, 29th of Sep. 2024 | Celebrity Millennium | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Oct. 5th 2024 Saturday, 5th of Oct. 2024 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Oct. 11th 2024 Friday, 11th of Oct. 2024 | Celebrity Millennium | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Oct. 12th 2024 Saturday, 12th of Oct. 2024 | Seven Seas Explorer | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Oct. 18th 2024 Friday, 18th of Oct. 2024 | Norwegian Spirit | 07:00 am | 03:00 pm | |
Oct. 23rd 2024 Wednesday, 23rd of Oct. 2024 | Seven Seas Explorer | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
Nov. 2nd 2024 Saturday, 2nd of Nov. 2024 | MS Regatta | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Nov. 9th 2024 Saturday, 9th of Nov. 2024 | Norwegian Spirit | 12:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Nov. 22nd 2024 Friday, 22nd of Nov. 2024 | Norwegian Spirit | 12:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Jan. 18th 2025 Saturday, 18th of Jan. 2025 | Silver Dawn | 08:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
Mar. 15th 2025 Saturday, 15th of Mar. 2025 | MS Europa 2 | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Mar. 20th 2025 Thursday, 20th of Mar. 2025 | Celebrity Millennium | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Mar. 20th 2025 Thursday, 20th of Mar. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:30 am | 11:30 pm | |
Mar. 24th 2025 Monday, 24th of Mar. 2025 | AIDAstella | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
Mar. 24th 2025 Monday, 24th of Mar. 2025 | Seven Seas Explorer | 10:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Mar. 25th 2025 Tuesday, 25th of Mar. 2025 | MS Noordam | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Mar. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Mar. 2025 | Azamara Pursuit | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
Mar. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Mar. 2025 | Silver Muse | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Mar. 27th 2025 Thursday, 27th of Mar. 2025 | Diamond Princess | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Mar. 27th 2025 Thursday, 27th of Mar. 2025 | Silver Whisper | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Mar. 30th 2025 Sunday, 30th of Mar. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 1st 2025 Tuesday, 1st of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Millennium | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Apr. 1st 2025 Tuesday, 1st of Apr. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 08:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Apr. 2nd 2025 Wednesday, 2nd of Apr. 2025 | Seabourn Quest | 12:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 7th 2025 Monday, 7th of Apr. 2025 | LE SOLEAL | 06:30 am | 12:30 pm | |
Apr. 7th 2025 Monday, 7th of Apr. 2025 | MS Riviera | 09:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Apr. 9th 2025 Wednesday, 9th of Apr. 2025 | Silver Muse | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 13th 2025 Sunday, 13th of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Millennium | 01:00 pm | 10:00 pm | |
Apr. 13th 2025 Sunday, 13th of Apr. 2025 | Silver Nova | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Apr. 2025 | Carnival Luminosa | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 14th 2025 Monday, 14th of Apr. 2025 | LE SOLEAL | 08:00 am | 01:30 pm | |
Apr. 17th 2025 Thursday, 17th of Apr. 2025 | Azamara Pursuit | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
Apr. 17th 2025 Thursday, 17th of Apr. 2025 | MS Noordam | 12:00 pm | 08:00 pm | |
Apr. 18th 2025 Friday, 18th of Apr. 2025 | Queen Elizabeth | 09:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 | MS Riviera | 09:30 am | 09:30 pm | |
Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 | Seven Seas Explorer | 10:00 am | 09:00 pm | |
Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | Azamara Pursuit | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
Apr. 25th 2025 Friday, 25th of Apr. 2025 | Celebrity Millennium | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
Apr. 27th 2025 Sunday, 27th of Apr. 2025 | Scenic Eclipse II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | Queen Elizabeth | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 8th 2025 Thursday, 8th of May 2025 | Celebrity Millennium | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
May 9th 2025 Friday, 9th of May 2025 | Diamond Princess | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
May 10th 2025 Saturday, 10th of May 2025 | MS Regatta | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
May 15th 2025 Thursday, 15th of May 2025 | Azamara Pursuit | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
May 15th 2025 Thursday, 15th of May 2025 | Scenic Eclipse II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
May 20th 2025 Tuesday, 20th of May 2025 | LE SOLEAL | 07:00 am | 12:30 pm | |
May 26th 2025 Monday, 26th of May 2025 | MS Regatta | 07:00 am | 04:00 pm | |
May 27th 2025 Tuesday, 27th of May 2025 | Scenic Eclipse II | 12:00 am | 12:00 am |
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