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Wakkanai Climate by Month

Wakkanai experiences great temperature shifts. The city's weather can transition from warm days to very cold weather. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The climate in Wakkanai is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C in August. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a very cold -1°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging -7°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Wakkanai has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1103 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Wakkanai experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 130 mm in September, the wettest month, and 66 mm in April, the driest month.

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

Sunshine over the year

Wakkanai can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 6.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 1.2 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

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

Daily hours of sunshine

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

The best time of year to visit Wakkanai in Japan

During the months of July, August and September 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:
  • When is winter in Wakkanai?
    The coldest season / winter is in the following months: January, February, March and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Wakkanai?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Wakkanai?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of -1°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Wakkanai?
    September tops the wettest month list with 130 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Wakkanai?
    April is the driest month with 66 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Wakkanai?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 186 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Wakkanai

    Fri   Dec 06
    -3°C | -6°C
    NW 32 km/h
    12 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Sat   Dec 07
    -2°C | -6°C
    NW 40 km/h
    4.5 mm
    partly cloudy and snow

    partly cloudy and snow

    Sun   Dec 08
    -1°C | -5°C
    NW 32 km/h
    4.3 mm
    broken clouds and snow

    broken clouds and snow