Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Akinari.
Akinari, Niigata Prefecture, Japan, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 28°C (82°F) and January dropping to 2°C (36°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 2419 mm (95 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has warm summers and cold winters. July is the wettest month. The sunniest month is August, with 6.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Akinari - and find the best time to visit.
Visitors to Akinari can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August to a chilly 2°C (36°F) in January.
Nighttime temperatures range from 20°C (68°F) in August to -6°C (21°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Akinari is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2419 mm (95 in). The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 287 mm (11 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, April, still receives a respectable 142 mm (5.6 in) of rainfall. For more details, please visit our Akinari Precipitation page.
Akinari enjoys sunny spells year-round. August sees up to 6.9 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.4 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Akinari.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 79%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
May typically offers the most optimal weather in Akinari. In contrast, January, February, March, July, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Akinari has warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -6°C (21°F) to 20°C (68°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 2419 mm (95 in). July is the wettest month with 287 mm (11 in), while April is the driest with 142 mm (5.6 in).
Akinari receives around 2,173 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 207 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 133 hours. Overall, Akinari enjoys abundant sunshine.
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