Climate of Fukushima Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Fukushima Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Fukushima Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -1.4°C / 29.5°F in January to 22.4°C / 72.3°F in August, with rainfall from 64 mm / 2.5 in to 193 mm / 7.6 in depending on the season (1418 mm / 55.8 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 | -1.4°C29.5°F | 64 mm2.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -1.2°C29.8°F | 66 mm2.6″ | Snowy |
| March | 1.6°C34.9°F | 82 mm3.2″ | Snowy |
| April | 8°C46.4°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
| May | 13.2°C55.8°F | 112 mm4.4″ | — |
| June | 17°C62.6°F | 157 mm6.2″ | — |
| July | 20.9°C69.6°F | 170 mm6.7″ | — |
| August | 22.4°C72.3°F | 187 mm7.4″ | — |
| September | 18.3°C64.9°F | 193 mm7.6″ | — |
| October | 12.3°C54.1°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| November | 6.7°C44.1°F | 83 mm3.3″ | — |
| December | 1.6°C34.9°F | 65 mm2.6″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Fukushima Prefecture?
Fukushima Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 22.4°C / 72.3°F, and the driest is January at 64 mm / 2.5 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Fukushima Prefecture?
Fukushima Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -1.4°C / 29.5°F in January to 22.4°C / 72.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1418 mm / 55.8 in, with the wettest month being September (193 mm / 7.6 in) and the driest January (64 mm / 2.5 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Fukushima Prefecture?
The hottest month in Fukushima Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 22.4°C / 72.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Fukushima Prefecture?
The coldest month in Fukushima Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -1.4°C / 29.5°F.
When does it rain most in Fukushima Prefecture?
The wettest month in Fukushima Prefecture is September, averaging about 193 mm / 7.6 in of rainfall. The driest is January with about 64 mm / 2.5 in.