Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Ito.
Temperatures in Ito, Shizuoka, Japan, vary greatly throughout the year. August is the hottest month at 29°C (84°F), while January is the coldest at 11°C (52°F).
With around 2204 mm (87 in) of annual rainfall, Ito has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from March to July, with warm summers and cold winters. The wettest month is June. January is the sunniest month, averaging 6.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ito - and find the best time to visit.
The climate in Ito is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C (84°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 11°C (52°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 24°C (75°F) in August to 5°C (41°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Ito has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2204 mm (87 in) of rainfall per year. Ito can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 273 mm (11 in) of precipitation over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation spread across 10 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Ito Precipitation page.
Ito can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 6.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in September, with only 4.0 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Ito.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 82%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. 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.
August typically offers the most optimal weather in Ito. In contrast, January, February, March and June tend to have less optimal conditions. Ito has a distinct rainy season from March to July, with warm summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in January to 29°C (84°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 5°C (41°F) to 24°C (75°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 2204 mm (87 in). June is the wettest month with 273 mm (11 in), while December is the driest with 93 mm (3.7 in).
Ito receives around 1,967 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 204 hours, while September is the cloudiest with just 120 hours.
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