Akita Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
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 maximum day and minimum night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Akita. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C in August to a chilly 4°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -2°C during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Akita.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 80%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed varies between 3 m/s and 5 m/s throughout the year. It is lowest in May, June, July, August, September and October and highest during January, February and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
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.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
