Climate of Akita Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Akita Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Akita Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a strongly continental climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -2.6°C / 27.3°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in August, with rainfall from 96 mm / 3.8 in to 173 mm / 6.8 in depending on the season (1580 mm / 62.2 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2.6°C27.3°F | 128 mm5″ | Snowy |
| February | -2.4°C27.7°F | 102 mm4″ | Snowy |
| March | 0.6°C33.1°F | 96 mm3.8″ | Snowy |
| April | 7°C44.6°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| May | 12.6°C54.7°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| June | 17.1°C62.8°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| July | 21.4°C70.5°F | 173 mm6.8″ | — |
| August | 23.1°C73.6°F | 164 mm6.5″ | — |
| September | 18.2°C64.8°F | 169 mm6.7″ | — |
| October | 11.8°C53.2°F | 136 mm5.4″ | — |
| November | 5.8°C42.4°F | 142 mm5.6″ | — |
| December | 0.3°C32.5°F | 149 mm5.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Akita Prefecture?
Akita Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 23.1°C / 73.6°F, and the driest is March at 96 mm / 3.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Akita Prefecture?
Akita Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -2.6°C / 27.3°F in January to 23.1°C / 73.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1580 mm / 62.2 in, with the wettest month being July (173 mm / 6.8 in) and the driest March (96 mm / 3.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Akita Prefecture?
The hottest month in Akita Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 23.1°C / 73.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Akita Prefecture?
The coldest month in Akita Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -2.6°C / 27.3°F.
When does it rain most in Akita Prefecture?
The wettest month in Akita Prefecture is July, averaging about 173 mm / 6.8 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 96 mm / 3.8 in.