Ibusuki Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
The climate in Ibusuki, Kagoshima, Japan, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 32°C (90°F) in August to 14°C (57°F) in January.
Rainfall is high, totalling around 2354 mm (93 in) per year. June is the wettest month and December the driest. The city also experiences a distinct rainy season from March to September. August is the sunniest month, averaging 7.0 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Ibusuki
In Ibusuki, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C (57°F) during cooler months like January.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 7°C (45°F) during January.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Ibusuki
Ibusuki experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2354 mm (93 in) of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, June it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 502 mm (20 in) of precipitation, recorded across 20 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 93 mm (3.7 in) over 17 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ibusuki 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 Ibusuki
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Ibusuki. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Ibusuki by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ibusuki.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 77%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 65%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Ibusuki 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Ibusuki
The best time to visit Ibusuki is during October, November and December, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 16°C (61°F) and 26°C (78°F). With rainfall of 93 mm (3.7 in) to 132 mm (5.2 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.Be prepared for heavier rainfall during March, April, May, June, July, August and September, the wettest period of the year. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
