Amami Islands Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Amami Islands, Japan in September.

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Amami Tatsugo Yamato

Planning a journey to the Amami Islands, Japan this September and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Amami Islands in September

The Amami Islands, Japan is a region in Japan. September in the Amami Islands generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 27°C (81°F) in Yamato to 29°C (84°F) in Amami. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 26°C (79°F) in Amami and 21°C (70°F) in Yamato. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Amami Islands, Japan, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Tatsugo with an average of 194 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Yamato with 217 mm (8.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in the Amami Islands in September

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Amami Islands

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in the Amami Islands, Japan?

Temperature range in the Amami Islands (September)

Precipitation variation in the Amami Islands (September)

Amami

In September Amami generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
168 mm (6.6 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Amami →

Tatsugo

In September Tatsugo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
158 mm (6.2 in)
194 mm (7.6 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Tatsugo →

Yamato

In September Yamato generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
27°C (81°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
131 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
139 mm (5.5 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
217 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
19 days
16 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Yamato →

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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Amami Islands in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amami 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Tatsugo 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 194 mm (7.6 in)
Yamato 27°C (81°F) 21°C (70°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)

The Amami Islands weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Amami Islands, Japan in September?

In September, the Amami Islands, Japan generally has tolerable weather conditions. Amami sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

What is the average temperature in the Amami Islands, Japan in September?

Amami averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 26°C (79°F).

Does the Amami Islands, Japan get a lot of rain in September?

Rainfall in the Amami Islands, Japan peaks during September. Amami averages roughly 198 mm (7.8 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is September a Good Time to Visit the Amami Islands, Japan?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Amami, September might be a good time to visit the Amami Islands, Japan. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March, April, October, November and December provide pleasant weather in Amami. On the other hand, the month of June tends to have poor weather conditions.

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