Kagoshima Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Kagoshima, Japan in February.

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Kagoshima Yakushima Ibusuki Kirishima

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

What to Expect in Kagoshima in February

Kagoshima, Japan is a region in Japan. February in Kagoshima generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with high precipitation. During February, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Satsuma at 13°C (55°F) to pleasant in Yoron at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Yoron and 5°C (41°F) in Satsuma.

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

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Kirishima with an average of 118 mm (4.6 in) to high rainfall in Yakushima with 152 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Kagoshima gets around 141 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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Best Places to Visit in Kagoshima in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Kagoshima.

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 Kagoshima

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Kagoshima, Japan?

Temperature range in Kagoshima (February)

Precipitation variation in Kagoshima (February)

Kagoshima

In February Kagoshima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
141 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
157 mm (6.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kagoshima →

Yakushima

In February Yakushima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
114 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
144 mm (5.7 in)
152 mm (6 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
21 days
23 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Yakushima →

Ibusuki

In February Ibusuki generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
141 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
126 mm (5 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Ibusuki →

Kirishima

In February Kirishima generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
141 hours
166 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
159 mm (6.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kirishima →

Minamitane

In February Minamitane generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
114 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
196 mm (7.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Minamitane →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Kagoshima, in Japan.

In our records: Japan February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Japan in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest February night in Japan dropped to -32°C (-26°F) in Yamanakako on February 25, 1991.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Kagoshima in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kagoshima 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Yakushima 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 152 mm (6 in)
Ibusuki 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Kirishima 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Minamitane 17°C (63°F) 12°C (54°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Satsuma 13°C (55°F) 5°C (41°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

Kagoshima weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Kagoshima, Japan in February?

February in Kagoshima, Japan brings unpleasant weather. In Kagoshima, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Kagoshima, Japan in February?

Average temperatures in Kagoshima, Japan during February range from a nighttime low near 6°C (43°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Kagoshima.

Does Kagoshima, Japan get a lot of rain in February?

Kagoshima, Japan sees substantial rainfall in February. Kagoshima typically averages about 119 mm (4.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Kagoshima, Japan?

In our opinion, February may not be the ideal time to visit Kagoshima, Japan due to the typically unpleasant weather in Kagoshima.

On average, the best time to visit Kagoshima, Japan is in October and November with generally pleasant weather in Kagoshima. The weather in June, July and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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