Climate of Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan
Area-weighted average across Hyōgo Prefecture. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hyōgo Prefecture, a subdivision of Japan, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2.6°C / 36.7°F in January to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in August, with rainfall from 73 mm / 2.9 in to 215 mm / 8.5 in depending on the season (1586 mm / 62.4 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 | 2.6°C36.7°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| February | 2.8°C37°F | 91 mm3.6″ | — |
| March | 5.8°C42.4°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| April | 11.8°C53.2°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| May | 16.5°C61.7°F | 143 mm5.6″ | — |
| June | 20.5°C68.9°F | 207 mm8.1″ | — |
| July | 24.7°C76.5°F | 187 mm7.4″ | — |
| August | 25.8°C78.4°F | 124 mm4.9″ | — |
| September | 21.5°C70.7°F | 215 mm8.5″ | — |
| October | 15.6°C60.1°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 10.1°C50.2°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| December | 5.1°C41.2°F | 73 mm2.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hyōgo Prefecture?
Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is August at 25.8°C / 78.4°F, and the driest is December at 73 mm / 2.9 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hyōgo Prefecture?
Hyōgo Prefecture, Japan has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2.6°C / 36.7°F in January to 25.8°C / 78.4°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 1586 mm / 62.4 in, with the wettest month being September (215 mm / 8.5 in) and the driest December (73 mm / 2.9 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hyōgo Prefecture?
The hottest month in Hyōgo Prefecture is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.8°C / 78.4°F.
What is the coldest month in Hyōgo Prefecture?
The coldest month in Hyōgo Prefecture is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 2.6°C / 36.7°F.
When does it rain most in Hyōgo Prefecture?
The wettest month in Hyōgo Prefecture is September, averaging about 215 mm / 8.5 in of rainfall. The driest is December with about 73 mm / 2.9 in.