Climate of Fukui Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Fukui Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Fukui Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 1°C / 33.8°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in August, with rainfall from 147 mm / 5.8 in to 241 mm / 9.5 in depending on the season (2177 mm / 85.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C33.8°F | 198 mm7.8″ | Snowy |
| February | 1°C33.8°F | 149 mm5.9″ | Snowy |
| March | 4.3°C39.7°F | 147 mm5.8″ | — |
| April | 10.6°C51.1°F | 156 mm6.1″ | — |
| May | 15.4°C59.7°F | 159 mm6.3″ | — |
| June | 19.3°C66.7°F | 227 mm8.9″ | — |
| July | 23.6°C74.5°F | 241 mm9.5″ | — |
| August | 24.8°C76.6°F | 169 mm6.7″ | — |
| September | 20.5°C68.9°F | 240 mm9.4″ | — |
| October | 14.5°C58.1°F | 152 mm6″ | — |
| November | 9.1°C48.4°F | 151 mm5.9″ | — |
| December | 4°C39.2°F | 188 mm7.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fukui Prefecture?
Fukui Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is March at 147 mm / 5.8 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Fukui Prefecture?
Fukui Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 1°C / 33.8°F in January to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 2177 mm / 85.7 in, with the wettest month being July (241 mm / 9.5 in) and the driest March (147 mm / 5.8 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Fukui Prefecture?
The hottest month in Fukui Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 24.8°C / 76.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Fukui Prefecture?
The coldest month in Fukui Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 1°C / 33.8°F.
When does it rain most in Fukui Prefecture?
The wettest month in Fukui Prefecture is July, averaging about 241 mm / 9.5 in of rainfall. The driest is March with about 147 mm / 5.8 in.