Akita Climate by Month
The temperature in Akita can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from warm
to cold.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Akita. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a chilly 4°C in the coolest month, January. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to -2°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Akita has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2033 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Akita offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between July (234 mm) and April (123 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Akita serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in August with an average of 6.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 1.4 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Akita.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year in Akita ranges from 3°C in May to 5°C in January.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
The best time of year to visit Akita in Japan
During the months of June, July and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 28°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 234 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 123 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 188 hours of sunshine.
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