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Awaji Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Awaji.
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Climate overview of Awaji
Awaji, Hyogo, Japan, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) in August, while winters cool to 11°C (52°F) in January.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1626 mm (64 in) per year. June is the wettest month and January the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is August, with 7.6 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Awaji Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Awaji - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Awaji
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Awaji. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C (52°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 6°C (43°F) during January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Awaji
Awaji has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1626 mm (64 in) of rainfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 211 mm (8.3 in) of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 87 mm (3.4 in) over 17 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Awaji Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Awaji
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Awaji. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.6 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Wakayama, Japan (33 KM, 20 Miles).
Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Wakayama, Japan (33 KM, 20 Miles).
Humidity in Awaji by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Awaji.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 76%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Data from: Wakayama, Japan (33 KM, 20 Miles).
Best Time to Visit Awaji
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Awaji in May, July, August, October and November. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, June and September.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
mixed
Feb
mixed
Mar
mixed
Apr
good
May
very good
Jun
mixed
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
mixed
Oct
very good
Nov
very good
Dec
good
- Best overall: May, July, August, October and November
- Warmest weather: August
- Most sunshine: August
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Awaji
What is the best time to visit Awaji?
May, July, August, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Awaji. In contrast, January, February, March, June and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Awaji has warm summers and cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Awaji?
Daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 6°C (43°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Awaji get?
Annual rainfall is around 1626 mm (64 in). June is the wettest month with 211 mm (8.3 in), while January is the driest with 87 mm (3.4 in).
How sunny is Awaji?
Awaji receives around 2,027 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 228 hours, while February is the cloudiest with just 134 hours. Overall, Awaji enjoys abundant sunshine.
Awaji 3-Day Forecast
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