Shimada Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Shimada.

Climate overview of Shimada

Shimada, Shizuoka, Japan, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 30°C (86°F) in August, while winters cool to 11°C (52°F) in January.

With around 2424 mm (95 in) of annual rainfall, Shimada has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed — the city has a distinct rainy season from March to October. The wettest month is June. The sunniest month is August, with 8.0 hours of sunshine per day on average.

Shimada Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shimada — and find the best time to visit.

Monthly Temperature in Shimada

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Shimada. 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 11°C (52°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 25°C (77°F) in August to 4°C (39°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Shimada

Shimada has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2424 mm (95 in) of rainfall annually. Shimada can be quite wet during June, receiving approximately 310 mm (12 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, during the driest month (December), you will experience much drier conditions, with 86 mm (3.4 in) of precipitation spread across 9 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Shimada Precipitation page.

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

Sunshine Hours in Shimada

Shimada can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of August under a blue sky, with approximately 8.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Omaezaki, Japan (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Omaezaki, Japan (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Humidity in Shimada by Month

Wind Speed in Shimada

Best Time to Visit Shimada

During November, Shimada enjoys pleasant weather with comfortable temperatures of 18°C (65°F). This month is perfect for sightseeing and exploring.

Rainfall during this time is 146 mm (5.7 in), providing good conditions for being out and about.

The rainy season falls during March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October, bringing heavy precipitation.

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Frequently asked questions about the climate in Shimada

What is the best time to visit Shimada?

November typically offers the most optimal weather in Shimada. In contrast, February, March, April, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Shimada has a distinct rainy season from March to October.

What temperatures can I expect in Shimada?

Daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in January to 30°C (86°F) in August. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 25°C (77°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.

How much rain does Shimada get?

Annual rainfall is around 2424 mm (95 in). June is the wettest month with 310 mm (12 in), while December is the driest with 86 mm (3.4 in).

How sunny is Shimada?

Shimada receives around 2,293 hours of sunshine per year. August is the sunniest month with 241 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 147 hours. Overall, Shimada enjoys abundant sunshine.

Shimada 3-Day Forecast

Shimada 3-Day Forecast

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