Setouchi Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Setouchi, Okayama, Japan, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 31°C (88°F) in August, while winters cool to 11°C (52°F) in January.
With around 1400 mm (55 in) of annual rainfall, Setouchi has a notably wet climate. The wettest month is June. The sunniest month is May, with 6.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Monthly Temperature in Setouchi
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Setouchi. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 31°C (88°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 25°C (77°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in January.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Setouchi
Setouchi has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1400 mm (55 in) of rainfall annually. Setouchi can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 189 mm (7.4 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 57 mm (2.2 in) of precipitation spread across 19 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Setouchi 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 Setouchi
Setouchi experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.9 hours daily sunshine in May, it dips to 4.8 hours in February, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Setouchi by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Setouchi.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 74%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 60%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Setouchi 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Setouchi
During the months of April, May, October and November, Setouchi enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 18°C (65°F) to 23°C (74°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 65 mm (2.6 in) in November to 131 mm (5.2 in) in October. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during June, July and September, bringing heavy precipitation. Ready to plan your travels but need destination ideas? Our smart tool recommends places based on the climate conditions you prefer. Start planning with our destination weather tool.
