Climate and Weather of Niigata Prefecture, Japan

In Japan you have several regions, one of which is called Niigata Prefecture. The most popular city in this region is Myoko, whose climate data we'll examine to provide you with an overview of what weather to expect in Niigata Prefecture. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

Niigata Prefecture offers pleasant conditions in May, June and September, with temperatures typically ranging from 21°C to 25°C.

The warmest weather in Niigata Prefecture arrives in August, when temperatures climb to 29°C. In contrast, January sees the mercury drop to daytime highs of 3°C.

The colder weather is most prominent in the months of January, February, March and December.

Precipitation in Niigata Prefecture varies considerably throughout the year. The wettest conditions occur in July with 283 mm of rain, while April stays relatively dry with 135 mm.

For those seeking sunshine, May usually has the brightest skies, making it an excellent time for exploring the region.

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

Interested in the detailed Weather and Climate of Niigata Prefecture, Japan?

Please select a city below the map you wish to travel to, or the one closest to your destination. Each selected city will show you the following graphs:
1. Average minimum and maximum temperature over the year
2. Average monthly precipitation over the year (rainfall, snow)
3. Average monthly hours of sunshine over the year
On certain pages we also offer other historical climate data like humidity wind speed and water temperature.