Shiga Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Shiga, Japan in July.

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Otsu Hikone Kusatsu Nagahama

Planning a getaway to Shiga, Japan this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Shiga in July

Shiga, Japan is a region in Japan. July in Shiga generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) in Otsu. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Shiga, Japan, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Kusatsu with an average of 198 mm (7.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Nagahama with 278 mm (11 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Otsu.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Otsu receives about 145 hours of sunlight in July, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Shiga in July

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

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 Shiga

What is the weather like in July for some of the most popular destinations in Shiga, Japan?

Temperature range in Shiga (July)

Precipitation variation in Shiga (July)

Otsu

In July Otsu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
145 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
207 mm (8.1 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Otsu →

Hikone

In July Hikone generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
145 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
234 mm (9.2 in)
258 mm (10 in)
172 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Hikone →

Kusatsu

In July Kusatsu generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
145 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
198 mm (7.8 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kusatsu →

Nagahama

In July Nagahama generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
145 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
244 mm (9.6 in)
278 mm (11 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Nagahama →

Omihachiman

In July Omihachiman generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
145 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
206 mm (8.1 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
tolerable
Climate in Omihachiman →

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In our records: Japan July extremes

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

  • In our records, the warmest July day in Japan reached 42°C (108°F) in Okayama on July 15, 1988.
  • From our sources, the wettest July day in Japan brought 312 mm (12 in) in Wakayama on July 6, 2018.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Shiga in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Otsu 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 214 mm (8.4 in)
Hikone 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 258 mm (10 in)
Kusatsu 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Nagahama 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Omihachiman 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 212 mm (8.3 in)
Higashiomi 31°C (88°F) 23°C (73°F) 232 mm (9.1 in)

Shiga weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Shiga, Japan in July?

Expect poor weather across Shiga, Japan in July. The popular destination of Otsu averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 23°C (73°F) at night during this summer month.

What is the average temperature in Shiga, Japan in July?

Average temperatures in Shiga, Japan during July range from a nighttime low near 23°C (73°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Otsu.

Does Shiga, Japan get a lot of rain in July?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Otsu records an average of 214 mm (8.4 in) in July, putting it among the wetter months for Shiga, Japan.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Shiga, Japan?

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Shiga, Japan due to the typically poor weather in Otsu.

On average, the best time to visit Shiga, Japan is in May and October with generally pleasant weather in Otsu. The weather in January, February, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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