Shimane Weather in July

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

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Matsue Tsuwano Izumo Yasugi

Planning a trip to Shimane, Japan this July? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Shimane in July

Shimane, Japan is a region in Japan. In July, Shimane experiences a range of weather conditions, with warm temperatures and heavy precipitation. The month of July is in the summer season.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Matsue.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Matsue with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in) to heavy rainfall in Tsuwano with 294 mm (12 in).

Explore Shimane by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shimane - and find the best time to visit. (based on Matsue)

January9°C (48°F) February10°C (50°F) March12°C (54°F) April17°C (63°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) July28°C (82°F) August29°C (84°F) This monthSeptember26°C (79°F) October22°C (72°F) November17°C (63°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shimane in July

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

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 Shimane

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

Temperature range in Shimane (July)

Precipitation variation in Shimane (July)

Matsue

In July Matsue generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
163 mm (6.4 in)
192 mm (7.6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
very good
Climate in Matsue →

Tsuwano

In July Tsuwano generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
185 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
269 mm (11 in)
294 mm (12 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Tsuwano →

Izumo

In July Izumo generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
173 mm (6.8 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
very good
mixed
good
Climate in Izumo →

Yasugi

In July Yasugi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
167 mm (6.6 in)
198 mm (7.8 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
very good
good
good
Climate in Yasugi →

Hamada

In July Hamada generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
164 hours
185 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
204 mm (8 in)
226 mm (8.9 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
mixed
good
Climate in Hamada →

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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 Shimane in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Matsue 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Tsuwano 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 294 mm (12 in)
Izumo 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Yasugi 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 198 mm (7.8 in)
Hamada 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 226 mm (8.9 in)

Shimane weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect good weather across Shimane, Japan in July. The popular destination of Matsue averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this summer month.

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

In Matsue, the average daytime high in July is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

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

Yes. July brings heavy rainfall to Shimane, Japan, with Matsue averaging around 192 mm (7.6 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Shimane, Japan?

In our opinion, July is a good time to visit Shimane, Japan with overall good weather in Matsue. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Shimane, Japan is in May, June, August and October with generally very good weather in Matsue. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be less favorable.

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