Oita Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Oita experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from very warm days
to cold weather.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Oita is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August to a chilly 11°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 4°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Oita has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1719 mm of rainfall per year. The climate in Oita shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in June, with an average of 303 mm of precipitation over 18 rainy days. In contrast, December offers drier and sunnier days, with around 61 mm of rainfall over 14 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Oita 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
Oita offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between August (6.8 hours daily) and June (4.4 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents. 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 Oita.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 77%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 61%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Oita 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.
Rainy season in Oita occurs in the months of June, July, August and September.
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 11°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 303 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
August is the sunniest month with an average of 205 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
