Suzu Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Suzu, located at the tip of the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan, is known for hosting the Oku-Noto Triennale, an international art festival that brings contemporary creativity to its rural landscapes. The area is celebrated for its coastal scenery, traditional salt production, and deep cultural heritage. Suzu experiences significant temperature shifts throughout the year, with weather ranging from warm in the summer to cold in the winter months. The city also sees heavy rainfall, especially during the wetter seasons. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Monthly Temperature in Suzu

The climate in Suzu is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in August to a chilly 8°C (46°F) in the coolest month, February.

Nights vary from 25°C (77°F) in August to around 4°C (39°F) during the colder months.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Suzu

Suzu has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2076 mm (82 in) of rainfall per year. Suzu offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month December (246 mm (9.7 in)) and the driest month May (116 mm (4.6 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Suzu 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 Suzu

For those who appreciate different seasons, Suzu serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 1.4 hours of daily sunlight.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Wajima, Japan (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Wajima, Japan (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Daily percentage of sunshine

Data from: Wajima, Japan (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Humidity in Suzu by Month

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Suzu.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 81%. In March, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 70%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Data from: Wajima, Japan (31 KM, 19 Miles).

Suzu 3-Day Forecast

10-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Suzu

Suzu's weather is most enjoyable during May and June, with comfortable temperatures from 18°C (65°F) to 22°C (71°F). The moderate conditions ensure pleasant weather for exploring the area. Expect varied weather during this period with rainfall between 116 mm (4.6 in) and 155 mm (6.1 in), providing a good balance of sunny and rainy days.

The wettest months are January, July, August, September, October, November and December, when precipitation is at its highest.

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