Chitose Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with August peaking at 25°C (77°F) and January dropping to 0°C (32°F).
Rain/snowfall is high, totalling around 1151 mm (45 in) per year. August is the wettest month and January the driest. The most sunshine falls in May, with an average of 6.6 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Chitose
Visitors to Chitose can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 0°C (32°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) in August to around -8°C (18°F) during January.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Chitose
Chitose is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1151 mm (45 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, August it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 179 mm (7 in) of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less snowfall, with 51 mm (2 in) over 23 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Chitose Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Chitose
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Chitose. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.6 hours, December marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.9 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Chitose by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Chitose.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 76%. In April, 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
Chitose 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Chitose
During June, July, September and October, Chitose experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 16°C (61°F) and 23°C (73°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 91 mm (3.6 in) and 159 mm (6.3 in).
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