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Kitami Climate by Month

The climate in Kitami is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months to very cold in the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

In Kitami, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold -3°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around -13°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kitami experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1055 mm of precipitation annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives high rainfall, averaging 139 mm of precipitation, recorded across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, February brings less snowfall, with 59 mm over 22 snowy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Kitami. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Abashiri, Japan (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Abashiri, Japan (39 KM, 24 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kitami in Japan

During the months of July, August and September 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:
  • When is winter in Kitami?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Kitami?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Kitami?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of -3°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kitami?
    August tops the wettest month list with 139 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kitami?
    February is the driest month with 59 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kitami?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 186 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kitami

    Thu   Dec 12
    -3°C | -10°C
    NW 14 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    -3°C | -10°C
    SW 7 km/h
    1.8 mm
    overcast and  chance of slight snow

    overcast and chance of slight snow

    Sat   Dec 14
    -3°C | -11°C
    NW 14 km/h
    1.6 mm
    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain

    broken clouds and small chance of slight rain