Chiba, Japan - Weather and Climate
Chiba, Chiba, Japan, experiences significant temperature shifts throughout the year.
The city's weather can transition from very warm
to cold periods.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a complete picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Chiba is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August to a chilly 10°C in January.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 3°C in January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Chiba has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1644 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Chiba, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 223 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 74 mm over 10 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Chiba Precipitation page.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
Chiba enjoys sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 6.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chiba.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 77%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 53%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Forecast for Chiba
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The best time of year to visit Chiba in Japan
During the months of May, June and October 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:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, July, September and October.
August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 223 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 74 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 193 hours of sunshine.
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