Shirako Climate by Month
The climate in Shirako is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Shirako, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August to a chilly 11°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 5°C in January.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Shirako experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1667 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Shirako, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, October, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 224 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 87 mm over 11 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.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
Shirako enjoys sunny spells year-round. January sees up to 6.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. June, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 4.1 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Shirako.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Shirako 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.
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in June, September and October.
August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 11°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 224 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 87 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 193 hours of sunshine.
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