Chase the autumn leaves in Japan
Japan is one of these cases which turns into a gold, yellow and orange fairy tale starting from September. And we can honestly say: We cannot imagine a more beautiful season to visit Japan.
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Kutsugata, Rishiri Island, Japan. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Kutsugata has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1299 mm (51 in) of rain/snowfall annually.
Kutsugata can be quite wet during December, receiving approximately 145 mm (5.7 in) of precipitation over 27 snowy/rainy days.
In contrast April, experiences much drier conditions, with 63 mm (2.5 in) of rainfall, spread across 17 rainy days.
December, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 2°C (36°F). The city receives 37 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month April you can expect a temperature of 7°C (45°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Kutsugata Temperature page.
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Japan. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Kutsugata's average annual precipitation is 1299 mm (51 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys 511 mm (20 in) of annual precipitation, with dry summers and wet winters.
Bangkok, Thailand, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1668 mm (66 in) of annual rainfall, with the heaviest precipitation occurring during September and October.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
For more detailed information about Kutsugata's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Kutsugata Climate page.
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