Shibata Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Shibata is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in August. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 5°C (41°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 22°C (72°F) in August to -1°C (30°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Shibata has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2295 mm (90 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Shibata can be quite wet during July, receiving approximately 297 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 18 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (April), you will experience much drier conditions, with 135 mm (5.3 in) of precipitation spread across 18 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Shibata Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Shibata can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of August under a blue sky, with approximately 7.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in January, with only 1.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Shibata.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 78%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 66%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year