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Otofuke Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Otofuke.
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Climate overview of Otofuke
Otofuke, Hokkaido, Japan, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 25°C (77°F) in August, while winters cool to -2°C (28°F) in January.
With around 1238 mm (49 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Otofuke has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has warm summers and very cold winters. The wettest month is August.
Otofuke Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Otofuke - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Otofuke
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Otofuke. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C (77°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -2°C (28°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 17°C (63°F) in August to -14°C (7°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Otofuke
Otofuke has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1238 mm (49 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Otofuke can be quite wet during August, receiving approximately 175 mm (6.9 in) of precipitation over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (February), you will experience much drier conditions, with 54 mm (2.1 in) of precipitation spread across 16 snowy days. For more details, please visit our Otofuke Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Best Time to Visit Otofuke
For comfortable weather, consider visiting Otofuke in June, July, August and September. Conditions are usually least favourable in January, February, March, November and December.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very cold
Feb
cold
Mar
cold
Apr
mixed
May
good
Jun
very good
Jul
very good
Aug
very good
Sep
very good
Oct
mixed
Nov
cold
Dec
cold
- Best overall: June, July, August and September
- Warmest weather: July and August
- Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and very cold winters
- Coldest conditions: January, with freezing nights around -14°C (7°F).
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Otofuke
What is the best time to visit Otofuke?
June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather in Otofuke. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Otofuke has warm summers and very cold winters.
What temperatures can I expect in Otofuke?
Daytime highs range from -2°C (28°F) in January to 25°C (77°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from -14°C (7°F) to 17°C (63°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
How much rain does Otofuke get?
Annual rainfall is around 1238 mm (49 in). August is the wettest month with 175 mm (6.9 in), while February is the driest with 54 mm (2.1 in).
Otofuke 3-Day Forecast
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