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Tsuruga Climate by Month

The temperature in Tsuruga can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Tsuruga can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 30°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 7°C during cooler months like February. At night, temperatures typically average around 2°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tsuruga is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2171 mm. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 252 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 rainy days.

In contrast, November experiences a drier climate, with about 143 mm of rainfall spread across 20 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Tsuruga. While August receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.9 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Fukui, Japan (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Fukui, Japan (48 KM, 30 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Tsuruga 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.

The average rainfall figures in Tsuruga are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose August which is the sunniest month of the year.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Tsuruga?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Tsuruga?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Tsuruga?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tsuruga?
    July tops the wettest month list with 252 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tsuruga?
    November is the driest month with 143 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Tsuruga?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 208 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Tsuruga

    Thu   Dec 12
    9°C | 3°C
    N 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    12°C | 2°C
    S 14 km/h
    3.6 mm
    overcast and rain

    overcast and rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    8°C | 3°C
    N 22 km/h
    10 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain