Climate of Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Fukuoka Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Fukuoka Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 4.3°C / 39.7°F in January to 26.3°C / 79.3°F in August, with rainfall from 60 mm / 2.4 in to 328 mm / 12.9 in depending on the season (1849 mm / 72.8 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 4.3°C39.7°F | 71 mm2.8″ | — |
| February | 5°C41°F | 84 mm3.3″ | — |
| March | 8°C46.4°F | 116 mm4.6″ | — |
| April | 13.3°C55.9°F | 157 mm6.2″ | — |
| May | 17.7°C63.9°F | 169 mm6.7″ | — |
| June | 21.4°C70.5°F | 314 mm12.4″ | — |
| July | 25.5°C77.9°F | 328 mm12.9″ | — |
| August | 26.3°C79.3°F | 176 mm6.9″ | — |
| September | 22.5°C72.5°F | 200 mm7.9″ | — |
| October | 17.1°C62.8°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| November | 11.7°C53.1°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| December | 6.6°C43.9°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fukuoka Prefecture?
Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 26.3°C / 79.3°F, and the driest is December at 60 mm / 2.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Fukuoka Prefecture?
Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 4.3°C / 39.7°F in January to 26.3°C / 79.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1849 mm / 72.8 in, with the wettest month being July (328 mm / 12.9 in) and the driest December (60 mm / 2.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Fukuoka Prefecture?
The hottest month in Fukuoka Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.3°C / 79.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Fukuoka Prefecture?
The coldest month in Fukuoka Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 4.3°C / 39.7°F.
When does it rain most in Fukuoka Prefecture?
The wettest month in Fukuoka Prefecture is July, averaging about 328 mm / 12.9 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 60 mm / 2.4 in.